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Situated on Willingdon Island with a magnificent view of Cochin harbour, the Taj Malabar combines old—world elegance with modern day convenience. In its heritage wing, built in 1935, graceful Victorian interiors aptly reflect the inherent beauty of Cochin. Its tower wing houses newly renovated guestroom suites, each a delicate mix of the classic with the contemporary.
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A special Syrian Christian wedding
The Pre—Wedding Ceremony
A special coconut oil massage ceremony is performed using turmeric mixed with coconut oil,
which is said to help the skin glow, followed by a mehendi ceremony (special henna colouring
applied in intricate, beautiful patterns on the hands) with women singing traditional music in
the background.
Wedding Procession
The groom is welcomed in a traditional Indian manner, escorted by a 3—man band
playing the shehnai. The bride’s family welcomes the groom at the entrance of the venue,
in a traditional Kerala style.
The venue is decorated with a temple backdrop of or a courtyard of the temple.
The Wedding Ceremony
A special ceremony called the “thalam” is performed: five married
women tie a gold chain of approx. 8 gm around the neck as they sing
traditional songs. A wedding ring is placed onto the bride’s finger.
The venue is beautifully decorated with traditional flowers for the “pooja”
(Religious ceremony), while a live 3—band team plays traditional Indian music.
Photography and wedding video can be arranged.
Post—Wedding Ceremony
A classical dance performance (Mohiniattam) is provided for an hour followed by a delicious
Kerala dinner served on banana leaves, by men dressed in traditional Kerala attire.
The Wedding Night
A sunset cruise on a boat for an hour with a bottle of sparkling wine.
A Harbour facing room with special floral decorations on the bed, with complimentary fruit basket.
A traditional glass of flavored milk (Badam) that is offered to the groom by the bride. 2 bedtime drinks (Badam), and dry fruits will also be placed in the room.
The Next Morning
A special champagne brunch a day while enjoying the Backwaters of Kerala.
Couple Accommodations
Three—night stay in a Harbour facing room, a special traditional welcome drink on arrival,
and dinner for two on our Cinnamon Coast yacht while it cruises around the backwaters of Cochin
Guests Accommodations
Two—night stay, with a welcome drink, half day of sightseeing,
shopping at Jewtown, a cruise down the Cochin backwaters.
Suggested Sightseeing
Cochin’s quaint Jewtown.
St. Francis Church.
Koder House
Old Harbour house
Santa Cruz Basilica.
Bishops House.
Chinese fishing nets.
Terms & Conditions
The Kerala wedding package gives the couple the memorable experience
of a traditional wedding. The package is designed for a minimum of 3
days with the whole hotel reserved by the wedding party or a minimum
of 15 rooms to a maximum of 25 rooms at the resort. The 3—day itinerary
is on full board basis on a double occupancy.
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