There are some facts about the wedding and marriage in Russia.
Russian people wear a wedding ring on the right hand. As well as everything on the ring finger, but on the right hand. It’s difficult to say why. Such a tradition has developed not only in Russia, but also in other countries. For example, in Greece.
Each wedding anniversary has its own name. Starting from the first anniversary and ending with platinum. For example, the first year together after the marriage is called chintz wedding. Chintz is a type of textile.
The second year is called Paper Wedding. The third year is leather wedding and so on. There is a tradition to give a couple on the wedding anniversary some things made from these materials. For example, chintz clothes for the first year, paper money (not coins)for the second year, watches with a leather strap for the third year, etc.
And what interesting wedding traditions are there in your country?
