Russian Wedding Traditions

In Russia religious marriages are not considered official marriages are both who wants their tie knot should exchange their wedding vows in a civil ceremony of marriage Russian. Here, it is customary to give the bride and the groom bread and salt, symbolizing health, prosperity and long life.

The Russian civil ceremony is a small event attended by family members and close friends. The reception is celebrated with great pomp and show. The leading case of the wedding reception lasts two days, which means singing, dancing, feasting and drinking.

As the reception party begins with a relative or close friend make a wedding toast in honor of the newlyweds. In the wake of the current Russian customs, it throws all their glasses of champagne on the floor. It is believed that, like the glass breaks ground impact, it will bring good luck in the couple's life.

The newlyweds were crowned kings of the day. The bride and the groom are required to stand on a carpet as they recite their wedding vows. Whoever reaches the carpet first is presumed to be the head of the family.

Following this festival is organised with Russian music, song and dance.