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Articles29 June 2026
What is a Walima? The Islamic Wedding Feast Explained
The walima is the Sunnah feast hosted by the groom's family after the nikah. Learn what it is, when it should be held, and how to plan one in the UK.
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Articles29 June 2026
What is a Barat? The Groom's Wedding Procession Explained
The barat is the groom's side arriving at the wedding venue — one of the most celebrated moments in a South Asian Muslim wedding. Here is what it involves and how to plan it.
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Articles29 June 2026
What is a Mehndi Night? Traditions, Meaning & How to Plan Yours
The mehndi night is one of the most joyful pre-wedding celebrations in South Asian Muslim culture. Here is what it involves, the traditions behind it, and how to plan one in the UK.
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