Plan a Buddhist Wedding (Blessing) on Inle Lake, Myanmar Well, did you ever consider a wedding in the midst of blue hills, tranquil waters, floating gardens and happy yet unassuming people? If "BIG, LOUD and SCARY (Yes!!! Some feel that way too) wedding ceremonies put you off, The Wanderers offer a unique antidote for you.

A Buddhist Wedding...Most weddings are generally sacramental and linked to one's religious duties but Buddhist weddings are more spiritual in nature. As Buddhism is considered as a faith rather than a religion, marriages in Buddhism are purely secular affairs. This is one of the main reasons why Buddhist weddings are becoming increasingly popular round the globe.

Ever thought of a honeymoon cum blessing ceremony in Myanmar? One of the most exotic destinations in Indochina, it is a place with a rare quality. Here in the heart of the Shan province, you'll be participating in a charming wedding ceremony, with a backdrop of the beautiful Inle Lake. Besides, you could be greeted by the world's giant uncracked bell at Mingun, or see the splendid golden spires of Yangon's pagodas, romance in the pristine and isolated beaches at Ngapalli or view the spectacular defiles of the Irrawaddy gorges. All this and more with 'The Wanderers'.

The Destination-Myanmar
"A golden mystery up heaved itself on the horizon- a beautiful winking
wonder that blazed in the sun"- Rudyard Kipling, 1898
This is what the celebrated writer and Nobel laureate wrote after spotting
the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon. Indeed, Myanmar was the "Golden Land" or "Suvarna Bumi", dotted with a thousand of golden pagodas.
If you wish for a unique Buddhist wedding in an exotic yet lesser known
destination, travel with The Wanderers to "Myanmar", one of our neighbouring countries (Yes! It shares its borders with Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh).

A One of the most unexplored of Asian destinations, Myanmar remains a mystery for most of us. Its mysticism coupled with its outstanding beauty and rich culture makes it a fascinating place to discover. It is the land of the Ayeyarwady (Irrawaddy), teak, golden pagodas and an omnipresent spirituality.

Breathtaking with its virgin jungles, snow capped mountains, pristine beaches, awe inspiring architecture and myriad ethnic groups; it delights a nature and culture lover. But it has a lot more. One of the few places to have escaped the impact of Western civilization, it has retained its traditions and beliefs. Enthralling dances, delectable cuisines and exquisite handicrafts lure tourists as much as the stunningly beautiful
pagodas and monasteries. The Burmese are secular in nature and love tourists.

The Inle Lake
To quote a travel guide Inle Lake is "Outrageously Beautiful". A very shallow lake, only 2-3 meters deep, it is surrounded by high plateaus and misty mountains. This place with its shimmering waters provides a true taste
and colour of Old Burma. Famous for its leg rowers, it is home to the Intha people. Houses are raised high on stilts and flowers and vegetables are grown in picturesque floating gardens. The surrounding areas have a diverse scenic and cultural beauty with places like "The Jumping Cat Monastery" and numerous traditional craft workshops. Located in the Magyizin village, nearby sightseeing includes visits to the nearby villages, monasteries, museums and markets. If you are a more adventurous sort, you could trek to the nearby hills.

The Wanderers have chosen, The Inle Princess Resort as your wedding venue. Designed as per the local history and culture of the Shan province of Myanmar, it blends harmoniously in its surrounding landscape. One of the most beautiful hotels in Myanmar, it is perched high on stilts. The spacious terraces and windows open out to a panorama of fields, mountains and the Inle Lake itself. The resort is mainly furnished in teak and the comfortable cane chairs are ideal to lounge around. All rooms have glass windows that allow the sunlight to filter in. The cottages have little gardens and ponds surrounding them. One can chose from Lake View and Garden View chalets.


Take Cuisine is a mix of Shan, Intha, European, Chinese and Vegetarian set menus. Guests can enjoy alfresco meals in the sunset deck or garden. You'll be transferred to the hotel by a private boat and welcomed with flowers and soft music. A honeymoon chalet is decked and kept ready for you. Enjoy sightseeing on the Inle Lake, the beautiful floating gardens, the
unique leg rowers, and village life and magnificent scenery.

Dress & Make-up
Prior to the wedding, you are indulged in a bathtub (with flowers and champagne) with a relaxing massage. On the wedding day, the couple is
dressed in traditional Shan wedding gowns. The bride has her hair and make up done for the occasion.

The Wedding (Blessing Ceremony)
The wedding consists of a blessing ceremony, where as per Buddhist philosophy, a couple are encouraged to build a harmonious and progressive family life. It is followed by offering a donation to the local monastery and lunch to the monks. Thereby you'll proceed on a monastery and village tour seeking blessing of the monks and good fortune wishes of the villagers.