Turkmen wedding
Weddings in Turkmenistan, like in other Eastern countries, are not possible without national traditions and ceremonies. Wedding ceremonies became entwined with religious beliefs and ancient people's traditions. Today, traditions have lost their original meaning and become symbolic, while others have become relative. However, traditional aspects of weddings are still preserved. All costs directly related to marriage are borne by the groom's family, as is customary in the East. As a result, all relatives of the groom's family assist in wedding preparation.
The tradition of the obligatory ransom for the bride did not die. Furthermore, the groom's portion covers the wedding expenses. That is why, if the family has a son, the parents begin to save money while he is still a minor. A few words about the ransom; it is a fantastic opportunity for the girl's parents to improve their financial situation. But still a newborn boy is welcomed more than a girl, as the son stays with his parents after the age and marriage.
The dowry is delivered to the groom's home in Turkmenistan exactly nine days before the wedding. The dowry includes utensils, clothing, and carpets. The dowry was made by the bride herself many years before, many years before. When she ran out of time, her close relatives and friends came to her aid. They could weave and embroider everything needed for the yurt, as well as the entire outfit.
The wedding procession was once one of the highlights of the ceremony. The solemn event was lavishly decorated. The horse harness was adorned with jingling bells and shawls. Girls and women dressed in holiday attire rode the camels, which were adorned with magnificent carpets. Previously, camels served as the wedding convoy, but now cars make up the wedding motorcade. In Turkmenistan, special scarves are used to decorate cars instead of traditional balloons and ribbons.
