Mangalore: Touches of Ancient Konkani Heritage in City Wedding
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (MM/NR)
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Mangalore, Oct 22: It is said that marriages are made in heaven. But they are celebrated on earth. Moreover, this occasion comes only once in a lifetime. That is why every person who enters into wedlock, wants to ensure that his or her marriage is a memorable one.
Well, here is a typical Mangalorean wedding where ancient heritage so as to speak galloped into reality in this era. A colourful and traditional horse-driven cart was used as part of the wedding procession of the bridegroom Ritesh and bride Ritika here on Saturday October 20. This unique marriage ceremony was held at Jeppu church. Ritesh is the son of Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy president Eric Ozario.
Speaking to daijiworld, Eric explained that it is difficult to bring back the entire olden tradition and heritage to reality. But a small attempt has been made here to recall it, he added poignantly.
Undoubtedly, it is indeed difficult to put into practice the entire ancient tradition particularly with regard to wedding ceremonies, in the modern era. But by giving such small touches from the past to the current wedding function, it could be ensured that such marriages stay unique owing to its special attribute.
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