Ukrainian Wedding Traditions

The Ukrainian wedding traditions have a long history. But all the ancient rituals are not performed these days. The wedding ceremony begins 30-40 days before the actual wedding. The groom, his parents and friends ask the bride's parents for her hand. The bridegroom's parents come with a Ukrainian round loaf (homemade, round, big bread beautifully decorated) on an embroidered towel made by the bridegroom's mother, and on top of the bread there is some salt. If the bride agrees, the elders decide on the time and venue of the wedding. But if she is unwilling, she gives them a pumpkin.

On the wedding day, the groom comes in a car and honks at the door of the bride's place. They take the bride to the church and city hall to get married and register their marriage.

The Ukrainian wedding reception is of absolute entertainment and fun. They bring along gifts of various kinds. All the guests along with the hosts dance and sing till late nights. There is also an elaborate feast.

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