Wishesh Magazine November-2019 Wishesh_Magazine_November_2019 | Page 21

the colour preference differs from place to place in Goa. The other tradition of Goan weddings is Ros which goes 2-3 days prior to the wedding. This ceremony is an indication of new life. The parents of bride and groom apply coconut milk. This means the coconut milk is to purify the couple before their wedding. They also have lot of fun while celebrating this ceremony. The next crucial ceremony of Goan wedding is give meals to poor and needy. The name of this ceremony is called as Bhuim Jevon. This is considered as thanksgiving to dead ancestors of the family. There are last rituals of Goan wedding are similar to other Indian wedding cultures. One of the ritual is giving away the bride to groom’s family by her father or guardian. The following ritual is to invite groom’s family by the bride’s family. This ritual is called as “Appoune”. These small wedding traditions and culture are highly valued in Goa. Goan Traditional clothing Cotton clothing is preferred in Goa for tropical climate. Locals of Goa are influenced and indulge in western clothing. NOVEMBER 2019 | WWW.WISHESH.NET