An Overview of Kashmiri Muslim Matrimony
Kashmir is always referred to as the heaven on earth. It is the land of beautiful lakes, valleys and mountain peaks. Kashmiri people bear a resemblance with people in the Northern India. Kashmir has a diversified culture and caste system. Majority of the Kashmiri population is Muslim. The article shares a detailed overview of the weddings of Kashmiri Muslim matrimony and Kashmiri pandits. Bridal Wear for Kashmiri Pandits Kashmiri brides wear colorful outfits with color and glitz. Kashmiri pandits wear a headgear known as Kalpush which is an extensive cap folded three or four times. It is lined with silk or cotton from inside. The entire head wear is known as tarang. Bridal wear contains saree, lehenga, suit in red color if not pink tones or yellow shades. The golden thread work is known as zari work and is blended with Kashmiri embroidery to have a spectacular look on a bride. Dupatta is worn over the head wear to further beautify the look of the Kashmi...