Tag: Gift Presentation Ceremony at the Engagement

In this village, the engagement celebrations include a special event known as “Bringing the Gifts of the Engagement.” Witnessed by the community head and others, the gifts intended for the bride are opened on the square. These gifts, ranging from dresses to gold jewelry, are meticulously counted and handed over to the bride’s parents. The gold jewelry presented often weighs between two and four kilos. The bride is then invited to the square, where the jewelry is offered to her. The symbolic wedding on the first day concludes with joyful dancing.

“Sheer Paralama” – Cutting and Distributing Candies

On the second day of the wedding festivities, a delightful tradition known as “Sheer Paralama” takes place. The bride and groom leave the bride’s house, with the bride’s face covered. Candies brought from the groom’s house are cut into pieces over the bride’s head. Following this sweet gesture, the groom