Bride: Quick Facts

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Bride and groom in traditional attire sit together as elders present ceremonial offerings during a Hindu wedding ceremony in Chennai, surrounded by family and guests.

King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan stand together in traditional attire at a decorated temple entrance after their wedding ceremony.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, in a red military uniform, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, in a white lace wedding gown, walk hand in hand after their wedding at Westminster Abbey.

A bride and groom kneel at the altar during a church wedding ceremony as a priest in gold vestments gives them communion.

A traditional Shintō wedding ceremony in Japan

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