A beautiful backdrop is a canvas against which you experience one of the most cherished moments of your life, the right wedding venue can do wonders for your celebrations. While the pandemic may have reduced the frequency of destination weddings in the last year, the pace has fortunately picked up with couples favoring local destinations that are just as beautiful as international ones! With that in mind, we’ve curated a list of wedding hotspots that are bound to be on the top of many wedding wishlists in the coming year.
1. Goa
Goa is one destination that gives you the best of both worlds. It’s serene and glamorous at the same time! A firm favorite amongst Indian couples, it’s dotted with pristine beaches, old churches, picturesque forts, luxurious as well as budget resorts, and it exudes a laid-back vibe that’ll make your wedding seem like a vacay. This well-connected destination has everything for a sunkissed wedding by the waves.
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Featured Weddings in Goa:
Saumya and Kanisth’s beguiling, beachside ceremonies at ITC Grand Goa.
Areeja and Harsh’s riverside nuptials at Resort Rio, Goa.
2. Mussoorie
If you’re someone who’s always yearned for the hills, then this is the best place to tie the knot! Mussoorie is encircled by lush green hillocks as far as the eyes can see, sheltered by a pollution-free cerulean blue sky and located close to the capital city of Delhi, this hill station checks all the boxes for that surreal dream wedding.
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Featured Weddings in Mussoorie:
Surbhi and Pranshu’s hillside wedding at JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa, Mussoorie.
Himanshi and Deepak wed under the stars at Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels, The Savoy, Mussoorie.
3. Udaipur
Have you been dreaming of a royal wedding? Then look no further than Udaipur. An epitome of luxury, Udaipur is a destination that is a go-to for couples who have envisioned a regal wedding for themselves. With a multitude of palatial lakeside hotels, forts and heritage palaces to choose from, you are sure to be spoilt for choice at the ‘City of Lakes’. Besides, it’s extremely well connected to Mumbai, Delhi, Gujarat and other major metro cities by plane, bus, or train!
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Featured Weddings in Udaipur:
Harshita and Siddharth’s regal wedding at Radisson Blu Udaipur Palace Resort & Spa.
Kashish and Yash’s glamorous wedding at Taj Aravali Resort & Spa, Udaipur.
4. Jaipur
Brimming with royalty, Jaipur, also known as ‘The Pink City’ will leave you breathless with its artistic heritage architecture, luxurious properties and streets lined with shops to cater to your every whim. Equipped with an international airport, railway station, efficient on-location wedding planners, photographers and makeup artists, one is completely sorted in Jaipur!!
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Featured Weddings in Jaipur:
Shairavi and Manan’s traditional wedding at The Leela Palace Jaipur.
Vinuta and Piyush’s intimate wedding at Nazarbaug Palace, Jaipur.
Niyoshi and Arjun’s colorful wedding at Hotel Fairmont Jaipur.
5. Alibaug
Located a stone’s throw away from the bustling city of Mumbai and frequented by the creme de la creme of Bollywood, Alibaug has emerged as a favorite wedding destination in the past year. Fringed by luxurious beachside cottages, it is easily accessible by a short jetty ride from the shores of Mumbai. Alibaug is quiet, secluded, beautiful and logistically convenient for those who wish to celebrate and enjoy their big day to the fullest.
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Featured Weddings in Alibaug:
Model Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar’s fusion wedding at Alibaug.
Actor Varun Dhawan and designer Natasha Dalal’s luxurious wedding at The Mansion House, Alibaug.
6. Shimla
Peppered with pine trees and rich green meadows, Shimla is a dream come true for those who love scenic winter weddings. Tie the knot against a dramatic sunset peeking through the edge of the hills or under the vast starlit sky, Shimla entertains your every whim with its wide array of posh hillside resorts. Plus if you’re in the mood for some shopping and exploration with your squad, this budget-friendly city also possesses a number of bustling marketplaces and is also in close proximity to bigger cities like Chandigarh and Delhi.
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Featured Weddings in Shimla:
Actress Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla’s serene wedding at Woodville Palace Hotel, Shimla.
Amanat and Kunal’s dreamy wedding at Taj Theog Spa and Resort, Shimla.
7. Kochi/Kerala
There’s a reason why Kerala is known as ‘God’s Own Country. Filled with unique natural beauty that can only be found on the southern shores of India, Kochi, the capital city of Kerala pampers you with modern amenities as well as serene vistas. Take your vows against a backdrop of swaying palms by the foamy waves, or make your bridal entry via the backwaters on a boat, the choice is yours! Additionally, it’s extremely well connected with an international airport and regular trains for domestic guests.
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Featured Weddings in Kochi:
Nikita and Sanil’s waterside wedding at Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty.
Reshmy and Ankit’s serene backwater wedding at Taj Malabar Resort & Spa.
8. Mahabalipuram
A gem of a town that showcases the architectural brilliance of India with its intricately carved temples, Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu is approximately a two-hour drive away from the city of Chennai. Giving you a dual canvas with its heritage structures perfect for a pre-wedding photoshoot and its pristine beaches for a dreamy sunset wedding, it is easily accessible despite being far from the crowds. Another highlight is its delectable local cuisine that is sure to delight everyone’s taste buds.
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Featured Weddings in Mahabalipuram:
Spandana and Dhinesh’s traditional beachside wedding at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort.
Kollywood actor Mahat Raghavendra and former Miss India Earth Prachi Mishra’s vivid shoreside wedding at Temple Bay, Mahabalipuram.
9. Jim Corbett National Park
Do you possess an adventurous streak and crave something offbeat? Then the Jim Corbett National Park is your pick! Located firmly in the lap of nature with streams weaving through it, Jim Corbett National Park can be easily reached by train or road from Delhi. Offbeat and ideal for an intimate wedding, this national park is a getaway where your closest ones can tag along for a destination wedding with an exciting vacation wrapped around it.
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Featured Weddings in Jim Corbett National Park:
Ananya and Prateek’s wedding was witnessed by the Himalayan foothills at Tarangi Resort & Spa, Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand.
10. Agra
It’s only fitting that one of the oldest symbols of undying love is also a much sought-after destination wedding venue. The name ‘Agra’ itself conjures up views of the Taj Mahal and while it may sound cliched, this beautiful monument is a stunning backdrop for a traditional wedding. Located approximately 3 hours away from Delhi you’re sure to find a number of hotels that give you uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal and stunning Mughal-inspired architecture to amplify your celebrations.
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Featured Weddings in Agra:
Sanchita and Abhishek’s wedding was punctuated by Mughal glory at ITC Mughal, Agra.
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