Every couple celebrates their love in different ways, and most times, it is through age-old traditions that they step into the wedding. No matter where you are in the world, marriage traditions, much like other traditions, not only differ from place to place across the globe but can also stun you with their absurdity.

Even though traditions of a wedding differ across the globe, the common thread is the idea of spreading love and happiness. While some wedding traditions and customs may throw you off, others may leave you gobsmacked and some might even seem a little offensive. You'll be amazed at what happens on wedding days around the world. Thankfully, these traditions are meant to bring good luck and prosperity to the couple. 

Here are some of the weirdest marriage traditions followed around the world:

1. Joota Chupai

On the day of the wedding, in a ritual called "Joota Chupai," an Indian bride's mischievous sisters and female cousins make off with the groom's shoes and demand 'ransom' money for their safe return. That's one way to kick things up a notch!

2. Marrying a Tree First
3. Crying Ritual
4. Face & body blackening
5. No smile on wedding day


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