#ShaadikaLaddu picks: Top Wedding Destinations to tie a knot in 2016

Navita and Manu Jain wedding photos in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

“Love does not consist in gazing at each other but in looking outward together in the same direction.“

India is a diverse land. Diverse not just geographically but diverse in tradition, religion, races, communities, language and  culture. Even diverse are the wedding ceremonies here. Lasting for about 5 days on average, Indian weddings are usually big and fat. Food, Friends, Family, Fancy destination describe a typical  wedding affair. Destination weddings as a concept is all the rage these days. Gone are the days when it was a “ foreigners thing” to get married at unforgetable and splendid locations in India.  More and more Indians want to start their walk of lives in form of a vacation with their loved ones.
And why not? This not only gives them a break from the mundane city life but also provides them with time to spend with friends and family which everybody is going to cherish for life!
It is actually stunning to see sundry destinations our country offers. Choices ranging from classic architecture, culturally wealthy cities to breathtaking mountains, golden deserts and gritty beaches – There’s no end to the list. It’s often very confusing to choose that perfect destination to take wedding vows at.
Here are some selected places to help you pick just the right destination for your wedding according to your preference, budget and comfort. The places undermentioned are easily connected to the major international destinations and are very popular in the destination wedding scenario.
The mountains

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Mountains make a splendid location to tie a knot at. Trees, rivers,pines, smokies and fresh air to breathe… Himalayas do top the list of wedding destination in India. Amidst tree covered hills, cool waterfalls, glinting stars; it’s a perfect place to walk down the aisle together, to celebrate and for  pictures, of course!
There are two most popular hill-stations for wedding among all others:

-Shimla Shimla is one of the most romantic wedding destinations that will not only melt your heart but will give you and your guests a time of their lives! Picturesque setting, winging pines, green smell and chilly weather in the thick of roses’ valley is an ultimate escape from tiring nuptial celebrations in a busy city life!
Woodville Palace Resorts, Wildflower Hall and Koti Resorts are among the most well-known and sought-after resorts in Shimla.
-MussoorieHeading up north to celebrate the wedding is a great way to rejuvenate and have a vacation-cum-wedding at the most well known hill-station of the north. Nestled between not-so-steep inclines looking down the Doon valley, it’s highly likely of you to leave memories and hearts here once you head back home!
Mighty Backwaters:

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Being unique to Kerala, backwaters account to major tourist attractions. Still a tyro in the wedding scenario, however,this City of God puts up equal competition to other places, not only in India but around the world. Due to its topography in arabian sea, Kerala comes to be lush green and rain-filled making it an intimate place to exchange the ceremonial vows and take a dip in nature!
Apart from great weather, backwaters subjects you to an environment that will make your pictures look exotic, refreshing and memorable. It is one of the most blooming places  as far as destination weddings are concerned.
Being the land of elephants, the dream of having one in your wedding can be very well taken care of.  Amid western ghats, Kerala offers you ayurvedic spas, houseboats and amazing wildlife that will blow away your cobwebs. From minimalistic simple wedding to something vivacious, Kerala offers all of that and much more.
Allepey, Munnar, Kovalam are among the well-liked tourist spots in God’s own country.
Rajasthan:

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Rajasthan is considered to be the embodiment of grandeur and richness.  Place full of vibrant markets, sun-kissed sand until the horizon, window clear lakes, bastioned forts, significant castles and amazing palaces makes it a perfect destination for your Big day!
Wedding day comes once in your life (or at least we hope so), the celebrations have to be grand too. Rajasthan is the best venue for a royal wedding. Many folks (locals and tourists) flock to rajasthan because of the magnificence and glory offering lasting merriment. To make your wedding look royal and get that princely feel, people from around the world put preference to Rajasthan. Undermentioned are the cities most popular for such regal weddings and famous venues:
-JaipurThe pink city offers miscellany of patrimony and grace providing royal backdrop to the ceremonies.
– Raj Palace
– Rambagh Palace
-Samode Palace

-JodhpurExquisite palaces and forts built by the kings and emperors. Exchanging vows at one such place does make you feel one of them.
-Mihirgarh
-Umaid Bhawan Palace
-RAAS

-UdaipurAlso known as “the city of lakes and palaces”,  Udaipur reflects customs and regal traditions. The guests and you yourselves are bound to have a gala time with brilliant sunset views and crispy evening breeze.
-The Leela Palace Kempinski
– Devigarh
-Fatehgarh Palace 

Pristine Beaches

-Andaman and Nicobar

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Days have gone by when Indian weddings were about dresses and traditions. People are much more focused towards having a great venue. Andamans offers splendid locations and great adventures. Underwater photoshoots is gaining ground lately. Coral reefs, alluring beaches and silken resorts… Is there something else you’d want on your D-day?
Prestiged to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world, it has a number of destinations to choose from. Be it havelock islands, parrot island or mud volcano – Andamans does not  fail to impress the visitors.

-Goa****Many young Indians want to tie their nuptial knot in Goa against those sandy shores and clear blue sky. Goa is a blend of antiquated churches, provencal architecture, amazing beaches, sometimes sapphire and at times azure skyline, roaring sea and breath-taking sunsets!
Goa provides best atmosphere for all types of wedding, be it a hindu, sikh or a catholic family. Everyone loves beaches and beer!
It’s not just the perfect jovial destination to get married at but is also a breather from the same prosaic milieu.
Giving you a plethora of possibilities; there are various resorts, secluded beaches, hotels, shacks, churches and temples extended!

Maharashtra

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Maharashtra may not sound the best “Destination wedding venue” to many of you. But Maharashtra does have a variety of uber cool wedding venues to make your day memorable and indelible.
These destinations have come out to be weekend getaways near Mumbai to give your ceremonies an exquisite feel. Among them, the most popular ones are undermentioned:

**-Alibaug:**This amazing place is just 78 kms from Mumbai. The beaches here are  getting recognition by various folks, mostly for weddings, due to appearance of various resorts, forts, temples and hotels. Experience serene beauty of the secluded place and have memorable time with your loved ones with the backdrop of beachy hymns and offbeat locale.

**-Lavasa:**Lavasa is India’s pioneer man-made hill-station inspired from a town in Italy. Surrounded by hills, waterfalls, mountains and lakes, this place offers unmatched backdrop and picturesque location!
It is located near Pune. The place is unprecedented with it’s out-of-the-box infrastructure and hospitable amenities.

-Cruise :

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Since the very inception of human history, sea has been romanticising the thoughts of various poets, philosophers and lovers! An onboard union is of incredible value. To start a new chapter of your life, a sea port or the beach look like a perfect setting to bring you unforgettable memories. 
The location is entirely up to your dreams. You can always pick up scenic islands to become one with your partner. Or it could just be a cruise in the middle of nowhere with you and the dear ones. The magnificent possibilities onboard are unmatchable making it a gala affair, from beginning to end.

Rann of Kutch :

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Rann of Kutch is no less than a painting on God’s own canvas! Every grain of this salt desert in Gujarat speaks out  royalty and tradition. The place looks magnificent with the white desert and the moon. In the middle of dunes seeing the sky meeting the earth; Kutch is an offbeat location, undoubtedly!
Imagine your prince charming nearing you to take you and your breath away in place so beautiful like Kutch, the thought in itself is intriguing. The real picture is unimaginable, really!