Exploring Traditional Thai Wedding Ceremonies.

Thai weddings are a beautiful and vibrant celebration of love and commitment. The wedding ceremony is typically held in a Buddhist temple, and is presided over by a monk. The bride and groom wear traditional Thai wedding attire, and exchange vows and rings. The ceremony is followed by a reception, which features food, music, and dancing.

Pre-wedding ceremonies

• Sangkhon (สู่ขอ): The groom's family formally asks for the bride's hand in marriage. This is usually done with a gift exchange.

• Rot Nam Sang (รดน้ำสังข์): A blessing ceremony where the bride and groom are blessed by their elders.
  
  
  

Wedding ceremony

• แห่ขันหมาก (Khan Maak Procession): The groom's family and friends parade to the bride's house with gifts.

• Gate crashing: The groom and his friends must perform tasks or pay a "ransom" to enter the bride's house.

• Bai Si (บายศรี): A sacred thread is tied around the wrists of the bride and groom to symbolize their union.

• Rod Nam Sang (รดน้ำสังข์): The bride and groom are blessed with water by their elders.

• Plighting of troths: The bride and groom exchange vows and rings.

• Monk's blessing: A Buddhist monk blesses the couple.

 

Post-wedding ceremonies

• Reception: The bride and groom are celebrated with food, music, and dancing.

• After party: The wedding party and guests continue the celebration at a different location.

Traditional Thai wedding attire

• Bride: The bride wears a traditional Thai silk dress called a "sabai". She also wears a headdress called a "mongkol".

• Groom: The groom wears a traditional Thai silk shirt and pants called a "khon". He also wears a headdress called a "mongkol".
  
  
  

Thai wedding food

Thai wedding food is typically a mix of traditional Thai dishes and international cuisine. Some popular Thai wedding dishes include:

• Tom Yum Goong: A spicy shrimp soup.

• Pad Thai: A stir-fried rice noodle dish.

• Green Curry: A curry dish made with green chili peppers and coconut milk.

• Mango Sticky Rice: A dessert made with sweet rice and ripe mangoes.

 

 

Thai weddings are a beautiful and unique way to celebrate love and commitment. These traditions are full of symbolism and meaning, and reflect the rich cultural heritage of Thailand.