“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.”- Karl Lagerfeld
Marriage is all about celebrating the passionate love between you and your partner. A wedding is a sacred ritual that is there in our tradition. It is a way of spending the rest of your lives together with your partner. But before the D day, many couples want to celebrate the new emotional and capture it through pre-wedding photography. They go about making each moment worthwhile before the wedding. By this, they also get to know each other and come closer to one another. Pre-wedding photography is a recent trend that every couple engages in. But, when it comes to choosing the perfect location, then the confusion arises. Little did we know that India is full of amazing picturesque locations right from Kashmir to Kerala. You can visit these places and spend some time together by booking a couple-friendly hotels and then going about the photoshoot. Here are the top 10 locations in India for your pre-wedding photoshoot.
1-Jodhpur and Udaipur, Rajasthan
A bit of classy, a hint of history and lots of royalty, if that is what you want to be added in your pre-wedding photos, then Rajasthan is the perfect place for you. Jodhpur, Udaipur, and Jaipur have become the top pre-wedding photoshoot destination for engaged couples in this decade. The Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace at Jodhpur, Lake Pichola, and The Oberoi Udaivilas at Udaipur and Hawa Mahal, Panna Meena ka Kund and Taj Rambagh Palace at Jaipur are the best places for some excellent photo-shoot. These places have a very unique charm of royalty, opulence, love, and romance that you want to be added to your photographs and cherish them forever. Since Jaipur is very close to Delhi, the couples can book a couple-friendly room in Delhi and do all the preparations before heading out for the final photo-shoot. There are also many couple-friendly hotels in Jaipur that you can book in affordable prices. From there, you can move ahead to Jodhpur and Udaipur for some grand pictures. In between, you can also check out the majestic Neemrana Fort-Place at Always at the Delhi- Jaipur Highway and click some amazing photographs as well.
2-Goa
You want to relieve those dating moments, that trip to Goa with friends when you end up falling for each other and make it the most precious memories, then there are some mesmerizing places in here. The land of sun, sands, and beach is one of the hottest places for pre-wedding photo-shoot. There are some picturesque locations like Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, Arambol Beach, Park Hyatt Goa Resort, Taj Goa, and many more where you can get the photographs clicked and make some memories. Even the streets of Panjim near Dona Pola is one of the beautiful locations for the same. If you are a couple who love partying around the beach, then there is no more thinking, this is the ultimate place for you. Not to forget the beautiful churches around the city like Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, etc. This place is so versatile that you will have ample options to get the photo-shoot done the way you want. There are many couple-friendly hotels in Goa where you can stay comfortably with your partner and have some quality time.
3-Agra
There is no other ultimate place of love other than the famous Taj Mahal. It depicts the saga of epic love and is the symbol of everlasting romance sacrifice. Incorporating a wonder of the world in your pre-wedding photograph is indeed a very good idea. You can avoid being a stereotypical couple getting clicked in front of the Taj. Instead, you can explore the elegant lawns and pieces of the white monument here and there including keeping the monument at the distant backdrop. Apart from the Taj Mahal, Agra has some other spectacular locations also like Agra Fort, Tomb of Akbar, etc. The best way to reach Agra is via Delhi. There are many hotel rooms for unmarried couples in Delhi which you can book at affordable prices. You can do all the preparations for the photoshoot and then straight go to Agra for the final shoot.
4-Pondicherry
You are in a mood to do something different other than traditional essence for your pre-wedding photo-shoot, then Pondicherry is the ultimate place for you. This is a perfect destination for today’s modern couple who want to go beyond the stereotypical theme. The French colonies, shades of pastel colors in the streets, scenic views, and a lively aura make it a perfect place for the couple to feel the romantic vibe. The ocean and the beach also give it a picturesque location that it desires. To get the perfect pre-wedding photographs clicked at Pondicherry, you need to be at your best, whether it’s mood or costume. You can stay at a couple-friendly hotel in Chennai and do all the necessary shopping for it and then can visit Pondicherry.
5-Jammu and Kashmir
Think of paradise and the only place that will come to your mind is Jammu and Kashmir. It is the dream of every couple to get themselves clicked at the backdrop of snow-laden mountains, fir trees, Dal Lake, and snow all around. It is the perfect romantic destination. Gulmarg is one of the perfect locations in the state of Jammu and Kashmir to have that Bollywood style romantic pre-wedding shoot. It would give a feel of a scene from Yash Johar movies. Another location that is at the top spot in Ladakh. If you are one of the couples who are into adventures, then Ladakh is the place to go for you guys.
6-Maharashtra- Lavasa
The feel of Italian streets, beautiful architectural designs of the buildings and a cosmopolitan atmosphere is what defines Lavasa. It is one of the picturesque man-made hills station situated 57kms from the city of Pune. You can stay at a couple-friendly hotel in Pune and finalize on a beautiful theme for your pre-wedding shoot. Since the backdrop of Lavasa will be a bit modern, so deciding on the outfit and theme will be a big task.
7-Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
If you and your fiancé are in awe with the rich Indian traditions, its culture, and history, then there is no other place than Khajuraho to showcase all that in your pre-wedding photographs. Situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho temple is famous for its art, rich culture, and sculptures.
8-Rishikesh
Standing at the Giant Lakshman Jhula with beautiful mountains, river Ganga, shades of color in the sky, and buzz of the city in the backdrop, Rishikesh can be a mesmerizing location for anybody’s pre-wedding photoshoot. It will give you a very rustic yet classy feel to the photographs. If you are an adventurous sports-loving couple, then Rishikesh is the place with you. You can click some photographs at Beatles Ashram, Shivpuri, and Neer Garh waterfall as the backdrop as well. One of the best ways to plan for this trip is to book a couple-friendly hotel room at Delhi and decide for a theme and then hit the road Rishikesh for the final shoot
9-Alleppey, Kerala
Mesmerizing backwaters, rich flora, and breathtaking sceneries define god’s own country, Kerala. If you want the essence of India to be there in your pre-wedding photographs, then Kerala is the only place to go. Alleppey with giant boat houses and rich backdrop serves as one of the top contenders as a destination for Pre-wedding photoshoot. The scenic beauty of Kumarakom and Munnar is also par excellence. The lush green tea plantations with hills filled with clouds at the backdrop are one moment to capture in your pre-wedding photograph.
10-Hyderabad, Telangana
If you want to celebrate your modern love, then Hyderabad is the place for you. Right from the majestic Taj Falaknuma palace to rich sculptures of Charminar, Hyderabad is a city that is versatile at its best. The best way to plan is by booking a couple-friendly hotel room at Hyderabad and plan for the photoshoot with the rest of the crew. Adding the royal Nizami charm to your photographs is one of the best things you can do.
Life is a beautiful journey. Make sincere efforts to make every moment amazing. One of the best ways to do so is by capturing every moment. A pre-wedding is one such way. Make sure to select the best location as per your budget and schedule and make every moment beautiful to cherish them forever. India also houses some of the marvelous locations for honeymoon that the couple can go after the wedding.
“Happy Wedding”