Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Swiss Wedding Traditions



A girl getting married in Switzerland wears a traditional crown or wreath, which symbolizes her maidenhood. After the wedding ceremony, and exchanging of wedding vows, the wreath is removed and burned. If the crown burns quickly, the bride is considered lucky.

Once the Swiss couple are newlyweds and are living in their new home, a pine tree is planted in their yard to represent fertility.

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