Begin your story of a 'happy ever after' in a dreamy picture book setting that will etch its memories in your hearts forever, and what better than a Destination Wedding. But yes, your destination wedding will be an unforgettable retreat only when the wedding location is breathtakingly beautiful. No worries there are a number of magical locations for destination weddings in India, away from the hustle bustle of city life, which can enchant any to-be-wed couple with their beauty. From the snow-capped mountains and pristine beaches to the royal castles and regal forts, India boasts of many beautiful locations that will satiate every couple's fancy for destination wedding. This list of destination wedding locations in India is here to spoil you will choices. Have a look.
Remember the ultimately grand wedding of Kalki Koechlin in the Bollywood flick 'Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani'? Udaipur boasts as the host of the royal wedding that got many heads turn towards this city for a destination wedding in India. Truth be told, there is no better place to tie the knot than Udaipur if you are a lover of grand and royal celebrations. Set in Rajasthan, amidst the Aravalli Ranges, the City of Lakes has a number of palace and mahals to offer on the plate for all those planning for a destination wedding. From Jag Mandir palace to the Oberoi- UdaiVilas, there are various wedding venues in this city to give a royal but fairy-tale touch to your wedding.
Begin your 'happily ever after' in a grand style in the pink city of Jaipur. The architecturally opulent city is a home to several flamboyant palaces, heritage havelis, and lavish resorts that make it an ultimate location for your destination wedding affair. With tons of options like Chomu Palace, Jal Mahal Palace, The Raj Palace, Shahpura Haveli, ITC Rajputana, Fairmont and many more, you can plant the grandiose of your wedding accordingly. A winter destination wedding in the Pink City will be the best for all the to-be-weds out there.
The picturesque setting of the backwaters of Kerala would offer a picture book setting for your destination wedding. A quaint and quiet wedding on the beautifully decorated houseboats floating on the backwaters would be like a dream come true for most of the couples. Imagine holding hands with your beloved on the beaches that are flanked by coconut palm trees. A destination wedding in the backwaters of Kerala would transpose you to a different world altogether. Choose from The Raviz, The Zuri Resort, Ramada Resort, Kumarakom Lake Resort to make your wedding in Kerala breathtakingly beautiful.
For all the beach fanatics who are about to get hitched, there is no better place to make your wedding a dreamy affair than a destination wedding in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is picture perfect setting with pristine beaches away from the hustle bustle of the maddening city crowd. The islands spoil the to-be grooms and brides with plenty of choices in terms of location and themes. You can choose hotels and resorts to suit your budget in Havelock islands, Port Blair or Ross Islands to have a beachy wedding with the surreal blue sea waves as the backdrop.
Hold your breath mountain lovers; Shimla is next on our list of top destination weddings location in India. If the splendid mountains, snow, pine trees and lush greenery make your heart dance then Shimla is the perfect place to make your wedding the best day of your life. With the snow-capped mountains as the backdrop, the natural splendor of your wedding day will be like a dream come true. There are plenty of venue options in this summer capital of India like Oberoi Cecil, Woodville Palace, Toshali Royal Resort, Shillon Resort, Wildflower Hall and much more.
Marrying in a Rajputana style can be a dream come true for many to-be brides and grooms. The city breathes royalty and the panache attached to a Jodhpur destination wedding can easily make the bride and the groom feel like the Rajput prince and princesses. Amidst the placid Aravallis, Jodhpur has a number of forts, palaces, hotels, havelis, lakes, and gardens to offer a royal picturesque setting to your wedding. Umaid Bhawan, The Umeed, Ajit Bhawan, Mehrangarh Fort, Ranbaka Palace, Indiana Palace and Samskara Resort are some of the most opulent wedding venues in India to host a destination wedding in the blue city.
Neemrana Fort comes to the rescue of all the couples, especially the Delhi couples who desire a royal wedding but do not want to travel too far from the city. Your nuptial ceremony can be turned into a grand affair in the heritage fort near Delhi. With tons of scintillating locations for photo shoots, you can capture all the lovely moments of your wedding ceremony captured behind the 35 mm lens. There are a number of open and covered areas in Neemrana that would help you make your destination wedding a memorable event.
The hype around Goa destination wedding is growing stronger with the tide of time. The beachy, dreamy wedding with the calm and tranquil waters as the backdrop would make your D-day even more special. While North Goa is flooded with tourists all year round, the pristine and quiet beaches of South Goa can be ideal for your destination wedding. With 90% of the beach resorts like Leela, Radisson, Hyatt, Taj, Ramada, Alila etc., located in the South Goa area, you can plan your wedding in the scenic city to have it beautifully etched in your memory.
What better place to tie the knot than with the romantic Taj Mahal as the backdrop. The Taj is the epitome of love and it would not be clichd to begin your 'happily ever after' in front of this white beauty in the city of Agra. A number of hotels and resorts in Agra are strategically constructed to provide wedding area that overlooks the romantic Taj Mahal. ITC Mughal, The Gateway Hotel, Radisson Blu, Courtyard by Marriott, Light House etc., are some of the options to choose for a scenic destination wedding in Agra.
Be it Rishikesh or Benaras, the Banks of the Holy Ganges will act as the perfect setting to enter into the holy communion of love. There are plenty of places in Rishikesh as well as Benaras that offer a religious yet exotic venue for your destination wedding. Your wedding will be filled with a pure and pious ambiance when you have the holy river flowing on the backdrop. To add to the natural splendor will be the pine clad mountains if you choose Rishikesh. You can either tie the knot specifically at the banks or try the famous hotels and resorts to add to the sanctity of the ceremony.
Modelled on a town in Italy, you can certainly give the Italian feel to your Indian style wedding by planning it in the city of Lavasa. It is a planned hill station that has a number of waterfalls, lakes, mountains, winding roads and other surreal views to make your wedding an unforgettable affair. With an architecturally designed infrastructure and many other amenities, a wedding planned in Lavasa would be great for all those desiring a breathtaking Italian backdrop in their wedding pictures.
Mandu aka Mandavgad, located in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, is an uninhabited city that has survived the tide of time. This fortress town may not be that famous but its tranquility and serenity will make it an ideal location for those searching for unique destination wedding spots in India. With the streets of this ancient town testify the love story of Prince Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati, Mandu will be the perfect choice to tie the knot. The Satpura Mountains, Mandu Palace, and the Malwa retreat offer the perfect pastoral setting to step into the married life with your beloved.
Spoiled with choices? With so many locations offering splendid views and picturesque settings for your destination wedding, who wouldn't be? So, sit together with your partner and decide on a location that would is loved by both to make your wedding a memorable affair. The locations listed above are handpicked to suit every couple's wedding fantasy. Start planning before the best resort on your dream destination wedding location gets fully booked for your D-day.