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20 Amazing Mandap Ideas
Wedding Planning - Jun 27, 2016
One of the most significant and much-photographed moments of a traditional Indian wedding is the pheras ritual that takes place around a holy fire, with the nearest and dearest ones sitting across or alongside the couple. Little wonder then that the mandap – the venue for this auspicious custom – has become such a focal point in weddings today. Get inspired by some of our favourite mandaps from real weddings that blend creativity with colour and class.
1. Pheras by the Edge
Located on a cliff-top perched above Jimbaran Bay, the Ayana Resort & Spa in Bali, Indonesia, offers a stunning oceanfront aisle – The SKY. Jutting out from a cliff at a height of 35 metres above the Indian Ocean on the quiet Kubu Beach, this multi-purpose deck offers a 180-degree view of the lush greenery, blue waters and endless horizon. This dramatic backdrop surrounded by gardens is a perfect setting for a memorable mandap such as this light and airy one draped in coral, with elegant chandeliers and floral accents.
Decor & Co-ordination- Butterfly Decor (Jakarta)
Wedding Planners- Eventures (Indonesia)
Photo Courtesy- Picture Perfect India
2. Canopy of Roses
This mandap exuded the essence of romance with its profusion of roses. Thousands of blooms brightened up the majestic canopy, were arranged around the silver mirrored pillars and festooned from the ceiling alongside dangling gold streamers, garlands and ‘latkans’ at a lavish Indian wedding in Florence, Italy.
Wedding Decor- The Wedding Design Company
Photo Courtesy- DotDusk
3. Elegant in White
This elegant frame is somewhat minimalist but no less memorable with its white drapes festooned with ivory carnations, ferns and salmon pink roses. White mandaps have become quite popular in recent years as they serve as a pristine canvas for creativity and highlight accents beautifully.
Photo Courtesy- Bhumi & Simran Photography
4. Lotus Pond Sunset Soiree
A mandap set against a gorgeous sunset provides a picture-perfect frame in any setting. This mandap set on a platform over the beach-facing Lotus Pond at JW Marriott Resort & Spa in Phuket, Thailand, is also backed by an ‘aisle’ of water with beautiful earthen décor and lamps along the sides.
Wedding Decor- Marry Me Weddings
Photo Courtesy- Julian Abram Wainwright
5. Contemporary Chic
This blush-pink and lime-green draped mandap with floral wreaths and a floral backdrop exudes freshness and femininity. This lighter colour scheme is ideal for outdoor ceremonies.
Photo Courtesy- Cupcake Productions
6. Chandelier Royalty
The glint of glass chandelier lamps and the timeless gorgeousness of flowers merge dramatically in this stunning arched mandap. Created against a backdrop of Oman’s coves at the Turtle Beach in the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa, this creation is geared to light up the proceedings of a heavenly sunset wedding.
Wedding Planner- Shaadi Squad
Wedding Decor- Bunty Bajaj executed by Mosaic Events
Photo Courtesy- The Wedding Salad
7. Poolside Reflections
This lakeside mandap at the sprawling Radisson Blu in Alibaug, near Mumbai, is charming and colourful with pretty streamers in the background and flowers festooned in a stunning arrangement from the roof. The reflection of this eye-catching mandap over the pool adds to the stunning effect.
Photo Courtesy- Golden Rectangle Photography
8. Holy Waters
For couples who feel resort weddings are over the top, exchanging vows above the holy Ganges may be a good option. The Divine Resort in Rishikesh offers breathtaking views of the mountains, and a mandap decorated with festive pinks, yellows and reds adds an authentic touch. The gurgling Ganges below the mandap lends a natural music to the mantras session making this a most memorable venue
Photo Courtesy- Jackson James
9. Burst of Yellow
This sunny mandap by the beach at Westin Nusa Dua in Bali, Indonesia, impresses with its unusual yellow tent-like canopy that is festooned with floral arrangements. The orange of marigolds around its pillars add a further pop of colour that contrasts beautifully with the azure sea and skies.
Wedding Planner- M & M Concept
Photo Courtesy- Sharik Verma
10. Romantic Meets Dreamy
This dreamy mandap on the white sands of the Anantara Si Kao Resort in Krabi, Thailand, is inspired by all things pastel and pretty. The beautifully coordinated drapes of light pink, peach and white are paired perfectly with floral arrangements pinned around the square roof and white pillars.
Wedding Planner- I Do Etc.
Photo Courtesy- Uttam Videos
11. Majestic Contrasts
This majestic mandap spells extravagance and elegance. Created for a destination wedding at the JW Marriott Resort in Khao Lak in Thailand, it featured a trio of stunning teal canopies supported by floral pillars featuring thousands of exotic red, pink and peach flowers from Thailand. Crystal danglers swaying in the breeze added bright sparks to a sunset wedding ceremony.
Wedding Planner- I Do Etc.
Photo Courtesy- Picture Perfect India
12. Kaleerien and Florals
The gorgeous kaleerien (gold danglers) worn by the bride on her wrists were taken to a different level in this crisscross mandap which had an oversized kaleerey hung in the center. White flowers such as orchids, roses, chrysanthemums and carnations added an extra edge of elegance.
Wedding Planner- Pink Palki
Photo Courtesy- Pohotoiam Photography
13. Circular Beauty
This circular mandap at the luxurious Al Bustan Palace A Ritz Carlton Hotel in Oman, is resplendent with deep red roses strung all around the roof. Skillfully lit up at night, this mandap also featured golden accents and billowing white drapes that looked heavenly against darkening skies and the dramatic Al Hajar mountains.
Photo Courtesy- Ramit Batra
14. Floral Fantasy
This mandap studded with exotic red anthurium blooms and swirls of heliconia over every table turned a ballroom at a five-star hotel in Mumbai into a floral fairytale setting. Indoor mandaps of this kind can totally transform generic ballrooms and wedding halls beautifully.
Wedding Decor- Gurleen M Puri
Photo courtesy- Dev Purbiya Photography
15. Peach Power
With a walkway over the pool leading to the peach chuppah (canopy) set up on the beach at Rayong Resort & Spa in Thailand, this mandap is a chic showstopper in more ways than one. Simple but striking, it features floral arrangements that pair well with the coral drapes.
Photo Courtesy- The Lightsmiths
16. Purple Reign
This picturesque beach-facing mandap at a destination wedding at The Cove Rotana in Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE features purple drapes festooned with contrasting white floral arrangements. These are paired with contemporary votives and large white candles in hurricane glass holders.
Photo Courtesy- Ramit Batra
17. Minimalist Magic
When you have a gorgeous natural setting, you can do with a minimalist mandap such as the one here in the backwaters on Kerala. It features a netted roof festooned with a few garlands. The pillars, however, add a pop of floral colour to the proceedings at a wedding at the WelcomHotel Raviz Kollam Resort & Spa.
Wedding Planner- The Wedding Factory
Photo Courtesy- Morvi Images
18. Surreal Garden
Swirling twigs prop up a magnificent profusion of white and pink lilies, hydrangeas, orchids, roses and rajnigandha blooms. This garden-themed mandap pairs perfectly with the coral drapes and pink accents.
Wedding Decor- Gautam and Divya Vedi
Photo Courtesy- Arjun Khurana (Picture Art Company)
19. Thai Splendor
One of the best things about getting married in the Land of Smiles – Thailand – is that one can integrate exotic Thai elements in mandaps like these pink and orange Thai parasols set behind pretty white chairs festooned with red bows. The impressive floral arch heralds a grand welcome to guests at beach venue.
Wedidng Planner- Foreign Wedding Planners
20. Lotus Mandap
Inverted white paper lotuses as chandeliers at this mandap are bound to attract attention at this lotus-themed mandap. Its arches skillfully incorporate green moss, white carnations and red roses against a palatial backdrop.
Wedding Planner- Red Events
Photo Courtesy- PK Suri
Had an interesting mandap set-up at your wedding? Share it with us at weddingsutra@gmail.com
