Tourism boost as Kingdom hosts another major Indian wedding

The Kingdom hosted another major Indian wedding between April 23 and 26 at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea and Spa Hotel. The event brought together more than 550 guests who arrived in the Kingdom via Bahrain’s national carrier, Gulf Air; most of the invitees arrived from various Indian cities, including Mumbai and Delhi, the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) said in a statement issued yesterday.

“The ceremony was held over a period of four days and included a number of events beginning with a special dinner ceremony to welcome the newlyweds. “The Indian Henna occasion was celebrated the following day. A traditional pre-wedding ceremony’’Sanjeet’’ also took place at the hotel.”

The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) also organized a Bahraini Souq “Bazar” which featured Bahraini craftsmen, such as pottery makers, ship modelers and palm leaf basket makers who exhibited their unique products to visitors in addition to a traditional live Ardha performance.

At the end of the ceremony, the groom riding a decorated mare was ceremonially introduced to his bride. Commenting on this special event, Adviser at the BTEA, Dr. Ali Hassan Follad, said, “The success in hosting this occasion stems from the prominent role of BTEA in planning and organizing the ceremony efficiently