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