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Varmala Exchange: A significant tradition where the bride and groom exchange garlands, symbolizing their acceptance of each other and their intent to marry.

San-san-kudo: A ritual involving the sharing of sake between the bride and groom, representing the bonding of two families.

Breaking the Glass: At the end of the ceremony, the groom breaks a glass with his foot, symbolizing the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem and the fragility of human relationships.

Bread and Salt: As a welcome gesture, the bride and groom are presented with bread and salt at the reception, symbolizing the couple's future prosperity and hospitality.

Stefana Crowns: A significant tradition where the bride and groom are crowned with wreaths connected by a ribbon, symbolizing unity and the presence of God in the marriage.

Tearing the Groom's Tie: Friends of the groom cut his tie into pieces and auction them off to guests, symbolizing good luck and the start of a new life together.

Tea Ceremony: A ritual to show respect to the couple's parents by serving them tea, symbolizing the merging of families and showing gratitude.

Blackening of the Bride and Groom: Friends and family 'blacken' the couple with soot and flour, a tradition believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.

Spitting Blessing: The father of the bride spits on her head and breasts before she leaves with the groom, as a way of blessing her and not tempting fate by being too supportive.

Money Dance: Guests pin money onto the couple's clothes during the reception dance, symbolizing good fortune and financial prosperity in the marriage.

Coin in the Shoe: The bride puts a silver coin from her father and a gold coin from her mother in each shoe to ensure that she will never go without.

Log Sawing: After the wedding, the couple saws a log together, symbolizing their first challenge and the teamwork required in marriage.

Champagne Tower: Building a tower of champagne glasses and pouring champagne into the top glass until it cascades down is a festive tradition representing abundance and shared celebration.

Tasting the Four Elements: The bride and groom taste peppercorn (spiciness), lemon (sourness), vinegar (bitterness), and honey (sweetness) to represent accepting the varied tastes of life together.

Bridal Crown: A traditional headpiece worn by the bride often adorned with small spoon-shaped bangles, intended to ward off evil spirits.

Lazo: A matrimonial ritual where a large rosary or white rope is placed around the couple's shoulders in a figure-eight shape, symbolizing their everlasting union.

Hongi: During ceremonies, including weddings, participants share a 'Hongi', the touching of noses, which represents the mingling of the souls.

Saptapadi: The bride and groom take seven steps together, each step representing a vow and promise they make to each other for a healthy and prosperous life.

Balance the Lavash: The bride and groom balance a piece of flatbread on their shoulders to symbolize prosperity and to avoid evil spirits during the dance.

Zaffa: The festive wedding march where the bride and groom walk to the beat of drums and flutes, often accompanied by dancers and musicians.

Siva Samoa Dance: A traditional celebratory dance performed at weddings, depicting stories or life events and also encouraging family bonds.

Amariya: The bride is carried on an ornate platform during the wedding celebration, symbolizing her status as a queen for the day.

Lepotlapotla: This tradition includes donating a cow as a gift from the bridegroom's family to the bride's family, signifying gratitude and building of relations.

Plate Breaking: A plate is broken at the couple's feet, and they must sweep up the pieces together. This act symbolizes teamwork and the belief that they will work together to face challenges.