A Moroccan wedding is a collection of ceremonies that showcase the clothing, art, music and cuisine of Morocco. These ceremonies can last from 3 to 7days. Parr of these ceremonies include a party being thrown in the bride’s home, the groom’s home and then a couple’s party.
After the formal marriage commitment, the man usually gives gifts (the H’dia) to his bride. These are the popular gifts given: Sugar: signifies a happy life Milk : signifies purity Dates Water Orange flower Henna Engagement ring Jewelry Fabric Caftans Shoes Handbags Perfume These gifts are usually presented in a large flat silver colored container…
1. The Moroccan marriage usually begins without any “ceremony” attached. The bride and groom sign the marriage contract in the presence of witnesses from the bride and groom’s side. This paperwork continues in the mosque, where they sign more papers in the presence of the Imam (Cleric). Formally and legally, the bride and groom are…
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Edo/Benin Traditional Wedding – All Stages First Visit The groom visits the bride’s family to make his intentions known. He may go alone or choose to go on this visit with one or two of his friends, and also take a gift along (though not compulsory, but advisable). During this visit, the girl’s father engages…
Is this guy cutting his hand????
The Ofala Festival is a three day annual festival that takes place every October in the city of Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria. The significance of the festival is that the people of Anambra come together to celebrate the Obi (king/Igwe) and thank God for preserving life. The festival is marked with singing, dancing and other…
On the day of the festival, the Obi makes three appearances after being in seclusion for four days. After the early morning rituals, the trumpeters announce his entry before he shows up, fully dressed in his royal regalia, highlighted with the royal crown (okpu ododo), acknowledging the crowd that would have gathered by waving at…
The Ofala festival is a means by which the Onitsha people of Anambra State in Nigeria.strive to keep their cultural heritage alive. It is an avenue through which the king socializes with both his subjects and other well-wishers. The festival gives room for deep reflections, stock-taking, and setting goals for the future. In other words,…
