In Italy nuts are given to the newlyweds.
True.
In the Philippines doves are released.
True.
In India they steal the groom's shoes.
True.
In North Korea the bride is given a sheep.
False. The bride is given a goose.
In a Congolese wedding, couples must not smile throughout the entire ceremony to show they are serious about marriage.
True
A bride in certain regions of India must marry a tree before her actual wedding if she is considered “manglik” (astrologically cursed).
True
In Brazil guests throw money at the newlyweds.
False. This is a tradition in Nigeria.
In Spain, it’s traditional for the bride to wear an all-red dress to symbolize passion.
(False – Spanish brides often wear white like many other cultures.)
In the UK the bride wears something old, new, borrowed and blue.
True.
After the wedding, German couples saw a log in half together to symbolize teamwork in marriage.
True
In South Africa parents put out a fire.
False. The parents carry a fire.
In Morocco the wedding lasts an entire week.
True.
In Mexico the bride carries 3 bouquets.
False. The bride carries 2 bouquets.
In Polynesia the bride and groom are cleansed with coconut water.
True.
During the Russian wedding toast, it’s customary to break dishes for good luck.
True - breaking dishes is believed to bring good luck.