Say ‘I do’ in style: This year, explore the offbeat royal & fort wedding concepts

Luxury destination weddings are sure to stay etched in your memory. The diverse landscape of our country makes sure every wedding is a dream wedding. Here’s a look at top themes you can consider this wedding season.

The Royal Wedding
Hyderabad: When it comes to weddings, Hyderabad offers best of both cultures. Hyderabad had an exceptionally large and refined Hindu as well as Muslim aristocracy who had some of the largest estates in the country. Back in the day, Hyderabad’s royalty has hosted the most opulent wedding extravaganzas for their children. finest singers and courtesans from the North, cooks from the Mughals courts, jewellers from South India, Hyderabadi weddings reflected princely India at its finest. While the era of Nizams and Nawabs has long gone, the royal wedding tradition remains and can be relived to this day. As a wedding destination, Hyderabad has a lot to offer. With some of the most spectacular venues to host and renowned food culture... Hyderabad has it all. The rich culinary tradition of Hyderabad offers from the famed biryani, to scrumptious kebabs, to traditional and spicy vegetarian Andhra food, Hyderabad has the distinction of being home to some of the finest chefs and caterers, who can recreate old royal recipes for your celebration.



Udaipur: There’s no better way to make a wedding more memorable than by capturing it in a royal palace of Udaipur. The Mewar royal family were the pioneers in the concept of destination weddings, and have been at the forefront of organising these weddings for over a decade. The magnificence of these palaces, and the grandeur of the hotels make Udaipur perfectly suited for a classy affair ! Foreigners have also become very interested in experiencing a wedding in authentic Indian style against the backdrop of Udaipur’s regal palaces.





The Fort Wedding
Rajasthan: A wedding held in a fort in Rajasthan is the most exotic way to solemnize the nuptial bond. A wedding ceremony in Rajasthan allows you to enjoy a safari on horses, camels, elephants or even jeeps with the Aravalis — India’s ancient mountain range in the background. You can choose to pamper your dear ones in lavish heritage properties nestled within the fort premises.



Pune, Aurangabad: The Maratha King Shivaji has blessed Maharashtra with grand forts that articulate tales of valour. It is fascinating to host a traditional ceremony in a historic fort. Take your pick from 100-year old forts which will help recall historic legacy of the Indian warriors.

The Hill Station Wedding
Lonavala and Pachgani: Nestled close to Pune and Mumbai, Lonavala boasts of magical weather for most part of the year. With lots of waterfalls, lakes and hills around, Lonavala is is popular with enthusiastic hikers and trekkers. Lonavala, being a part of the Sahyadri Hills, offers an alluring and bewitching experience of nature. Apart from the numerous adventures, this hill top location makes for an attractive destination for weddings.

Wellington: Wellington is a lesser-known town in The Nilgiris District in Tamil Nadu. The rolling tea estates, British style bungalows and clear skies make for a picturesque backdrop. Sun sets here are beautiful; organise an evening ceremony that runs through the gorgeous sunset hour.

Mussoorie and Rishikesh: Mussoorie’s splendid backdrop and good year-round weather make it a apt choice as destination to host your grand affair. Well-connected from the capital, Delhi, a wedding in Mussoorie makes for a perfect fun-filled event. Let your celebration begin with a pre wedding party; book an entertaining overnight road journey from Delhi to host a games night onboard. For a destination like Mussoorie, less is more. The gorgeous backdrop helps you save cost by sticking with minimal décor and make the gorgeous natural views as the central focus. Mussoorie assures a signature touch to your weekend. A mandap nestled against the stunning Shivalik Mountain Range is sure to be one-of-a-kind.



The Beach Wedding
Mahabalipuram: Mahabalipuram is a pristine, historic town on the long strip of land that separates the Bay of Bengal from the Great Salt Lake. When you visit this place, you are guaranteed to be mesmerised by the beautiful architectural wonders built in this town by Pallava rulers during the 7th and 9th century AD. With stunning beaches, Mahabalipuram proves to be a great place to have a destination wedding. You are sure to feel nothing less than royals when you get married here.



Goa: A perfect mix of blue skies, lush greens, mountains and deep waters, Goa tops everyone's list when it comes to beach wedding places in India. The gleaming water and silver sands make for a perfect set-up for a tropical wedding. Tying the knot at such exotic locations of Goa is a breathtaking experience that can’t be compared to any other. The laid back vibe and cosmopolitan culture of Goa allow you to experiment with unconventional, fun themes for your parties.