Udaipur, October 3, 2017 : With baraatis and band baaja in tow, the modern-day groom wears aviators and crosses lakes to get to his bride.
The bride these days no more sits coyly in rooms. Instead, she walks down royal stairways lined with exotic flowers to welcome the groom and his entourage.
A royal backdrop, stunning photos, bright colors, and lovely weather. Destination weddings are enticing, aren't they?
An entire week of celebrations in an oh-so-gorgeous locale, away from the madness of your city life.
Not only do destination weddings ensure everyone stays at the same place, having all the more fun, and saving you all the last-moment panic attacks about absent guests, but you get to live one of the most important days of your life with everybody who is special.
The most special day of your life should be perfect in every way! Pixabay
Now unless you have been living under a rock all your life, destination weddings would ring 'Udaipur' in your head at the loudest decibel possible. It is hard to have a wedding in Udaipur that is NOT stunning. From entirely Rajwada style comfort settings with cushions in a blast of fuchsia to metallic gold boho bulbs' lighting to the breezy blue and silver décor and marigold-filled pathways around the fort in tune with the wedding, venues in Udaipur offer a surprising blend of traditional and modern wedding razzmatazz perfect for dreamy destination weddings.
The city has an abundance of gorgeous and scenic locations that should all probably be at the top of your list; we tell you why!
When history, art and weddings collide, it's pure inspiration! Beautifully snuggled on an island in the middle of lake Pichola, Jag Mandir has an encompassing view of the City Palace, Lake Palace, the lake and the Aravali hills.
Jag Mandir is also called 'the Lake Garden Palace' for its astounding beauty. Wikimedia
Imagine getting ferried to and fro the venue in decorated boats in the form of a procession; isn't it already sounding dreamy? Beautifully illuminated with lights, the entire island as one nears Jag Mandir.
Jag Mandir resembles a floating jewel in the middle of lake Pichola. Pixabay
The 17th century island palace is believed to have inspired Emperor Shah Jahan to build the Taj Mahal and rightly so! Once inside, the place transcends you to another era. It is well equipped with a fine dining restaurant, a bar and seven tastefully adorned suites and can accommodate upto 5,000 people- enough space for pre-wedding, wedding and post wedding functions.
The courtyard of Jag Mandir Palace. Wikimedia
The picturesque Jagmandir Island Palace today plays host to an elite clientele and makes the perfect host for destination weddings and for couples who dream of regal nuptials.
Looking for a serene wedding location in the hills? Perched on a hilltop 20 minutes outside the city, the Fategarh palace spells an old world charm and a true feel of a heritage hotel. Adorned with poised white pillars, domes and intricately done jali screens, the place has been tastefully crafted with its graceful proportions and airy reception areas, courtyards and verandas.
Located on top of a hilltop, Fort Fateh Garh will take your heart away at first glace.
With about 50 rooms and suites and 3 outdoor wedding lawns, the hotel is perfect for families who would want an entire palace to themselves with all its regal grandeur.
Wedding arrangements at Fort Fatehgarh.
With sprawling courtyards, rippling fountains, reflection pools and lush gardens, Oberoi Vilas mesmerizes every on-looker. But as they say beauty lies within, it is what is inside that is a complete delight. Interiors embroidered with decorative domes, hand-painted frescoes, intricate mirror work and beautifully crafted artifacts; the place is what is defined as love at first sight!
The Oberoi Udai Vilas : what dreams are made of. Wikimedia
The site with its green lawns graciously spread all across the property, the promenade and the Chandra Mahal offer perfect venues for intricate weddings.
A panoramic view of the lake palace Hotel. Wikimedia
Splendid exteriors in sparkling white, it is like you have been magically transcended to Greece! Located at the heart of the city, this hotel has a lot of character with each room and each corner having its own style, perfect for an intimate wedding affair. With carefully selected furniture, soft accents and décor and artistically done jharokhas overlooking a delightful view, the hotel has all the right vibes for destination weddings.
A panoramic view of Udai Kothi
Tucked at the edge of Lake Pichola with a spectacular view, Raas Leela is a dream location for a sun-downer wedding! The property opens to a marvelous, specific view of the royal lake and would be a pretty location for lakeside wedding destinations. Adorned with luxury cottages that echo the rich taste of Mughal travelling cottages overlooking the royal palaces, the venue is a fusion of modern comfort and traditional style.
Raas Leela is a dream location for a sun-downer wedding
The venue by itself is so interesting and appealing, the décor really stands out, pictures turn out prettier and of course everything looks better with the shimmering, pearly water in the background.
Wonderfully tranquil and peaceful, this might be the gorgeous destination weddings' venue you'd not want to miss!
Chunda Palace is perfect for a small wedding with friends and family.
With a heritage and traditional appearance, Chunda Palace screams sophistication the moment you enter it. Exteriors embellished with royal carvings and the interiors decorated with Rajasthani architecture, this hotel offers a spectacular view of the City Palace and lake Pichola.
The interiors of the palace bear intricate and detailed designs.
The venue perfectly fits the criteria for small but strikingly royal destination weddings for a group of 200 people.
Chunda palace has a rich heritage and traditional appearance
Parched in the backdrop of the mighty Aravalis, the Ramada resort offers breathtaking views of Sajjan Palace, panoramic views of lake Pichola and the City Palace with all its many forts and palaces. Varying in height, the resort creates a spectacular view with its array of gardens and pool side spaces in tranquil settings.
Corridors of the Ramada resort
The venue can be tailored according to requirements, from an intimate gathering of your closest friends and family to a formal setting for hundreds of guests.
Your guests will remember what the bride wore, how the groom entered the venue, and who danced to what Bollywood number. But apart from this, what makes a wedding out of the world? Undoubtedly the venue and the entire setup! Udaipur venues for destination weddings make your shaadi unapologetically quirky, complete with fun Rajasthani colors, funky décor, tasteful pool parties and finally, a traditional and glam wedding.
Check out the best of our list on venues of destination weddings and let all your sherwani and saree clad guests enjoy your five-day affair with zeal matching your own! Happy wedding!