Fun-filled, passionate, exciting and emotional; that is how we describe ‘phase one’ of your wedding journey when you are yet to get hitched. Lots of emotions, smiles, anxiety, and dreams build-up to the pre-wed moments which urban couples want to capture and frame forever. Why not? After all, the courtship is an inseparable part of your life which you carry on till your lifetime. No wonder, the pre-wedding photoshoot should be special, amazing and reflective of these special feelings and journey.

So, for the photos and album to be memorable and talk at length, the destination is one of the most significant factors to take into consideration. The locale and the right destination definitely matters to the duo for their story to be created, told and unfolded. We bring to you a few hit and ‘don’t miss’ Pre-Wedding shoot locations in India.

Panna Meena Ka Kund, Jaipur

Jaipur anyways portrays the essence of love, romance, and togetherness to its fullest. And Panna Meena Ka Kund at Jaipur would be like a cherry on the top when you are planning an ostentatious prewedding photoshoot. It’s popular, paradisiacal and dreamy to draft out perfect photos of your loving moments and courtship period. The symmetrical staircase pool is a hidden gem with unique and countryside look and feel.

Located on Jaipur-Amer road, the place is also called Panna Mian Ki Baoli and has beautifully created criss-cross stir-structure arranged on three sides that offers magical shots like none other. Get on for some photoshoots which are intricate, royal, romantic and rich-in-history. Panna Meena Ka Kund can give you some gasp-worthy shots and special moments with its unique styling, rugged walls and rustic environment. Utilizing these as a backdrop can be a great idea and theme to begin it all.  Leave all the hard work to the photographer while you soak yourself in the captivating and surreal place.

Location- Near Amer Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302028

Places to Visit and Activities- Amber Palace, Jal Mahal, Desert Safari, Elephant ride, Camel ride, Historic tours, Temple visits and Museums, Rajasthani handcraft workshops, Tuk Tuk tours, and private markets.

Costing- The ancient structure is open at all times of the year and incurs no charges and tickets as such. Your photographer can charge you anything around 30K-50K (inclusive of location charges)

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Kumarakom Lake Resort, Kumarakom, Kerala

Perhaps you would really want some quality and romantic time to go hand in hand with your pre-wedding photoshoot.  For that matter, a treasure trove of backwaters, beauty, architectural charm, and rural feel comes together at Kumarakom Lake resort, Kerala which is just undeniably bang-on for you for a relaxing retreat and romantic photoshoot.

Tucked in a tiny nook of God’s own Country, Kumarakom offers a right mix of enthralling environment, old-world charm and contemporary amenities including luxury villas, heritage cottages, and lake view rooms. So, when the idea is to make your pre-wedding album super-unique with your beloved, the finest luxury resort of Kerala- Kumarakom Lake Resort is what you need to eye. The water-front cottages can be a perfect backdrop for an excellent pre-wed photo session. Once done with the clicks, you and your loved one can catch on the exciting locations and other countless attractions in and around the resort. Go reckless, bindaas and feel still-single before you begin your new life together as a married couple.

Location- North Post, Vayitharamattom, Kumarakom, Kerala 686563

Places to Visit and Activities- Eco trails, Canoe, Cochin Tour, backwater cruise, Bay Island Driftwood Museum, water sports, speedboat and more

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Taj Mahal, Agra

One of the Seven Wonders of the World or the Ivory-white Marble Monument can give any overseas location a run for its money and stands certainly for the love to be in the air. If a couple wants to celebrate their love and wants a unique and enriching experience, the Taj Mahal in Agra is the place to be. So, if you have this vision of making your pre-wedding photos in the filmiest of style, the Taj Mahal can create exactly that. Plus, when you have history, culture, and ethnicity standing tall as your backdrop, a new life together has to be rocking and royal. Isn’t it?

The central water body in front of the monument, sanctity, royalty and more; Taj Mahal has myriad reasons to make you fall in love all over again!  Sunrise, evening, indoor areas, miniatures can be various themes along with Taj Mahal’s unparalleled beauty to offer you candid and intimate pictures. Take the shots from various angles and nearby places like Mehtab garden to make your couple photoshoot a ‘voyage’ to remember.

Location- Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001

Places to Visit and Activities- Agra Fort, Tomb of Akbar, Itmad-Ud-Daula, Mehtab Bagh, Moti Masjid, Jama Masjid, etc.

Costing- Bearing the expenses of traveling and accommodation, the charges can go as high as 50,000. Being a heritage site and exotic location, professional photography requires permission from the Tourism department.

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National Rail Museum, Delhi

If you both are fun-seekers and seek for adventures at the drop of hat, the Delhi Rail Museum is the most awaited for your pre-wedding photoshoot. National Rail Museum can help you relive your child-like memories, fantasies, and enthusiasm with impressive shots, antique trains, and a vintage scenario.

So, before the real action begins to get on to the train baby. Well, the museum is just the right place to satiate the best of technical and perfect shots. Wide angles, large background, huge set-up, real trains and engines can truly offer to divert your mind from the cliché heritage sites and provide you with a fresh perspective to your pre-wedding photography. Live your singlehood, go dreamy, be child-like and gear up to board the ‘express’ named wedding.

Please Note: Bookings done by visiting the museum and drones are not allowed inside if you are planning for aerial shots.

Location- Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, 110021

Places to Visit and Activities- Nehru Park, Lodhi Garden, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and more.

Costing- INR 11,800 (4 hours) for photography and INR 59,000 for photography & cinematography (PLUS GST)

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The Perfect Location, Faridabad

If you are hunting for some drama, variety, thrill, and chill; an artificial man-made set-up and an open-air hotspot in Faridabad makes for a great frame. Thematic set-up, colourful background, natural settings and other catchy stuff and locations available at The Perfect Location answers your call for a flawless pre-wed photo and videography. Anokhi Baoli with antique and historic flair, Tuscany Street to give you a feel of Italy, Paint A Wall for art lovers are few of the options available to make your prewedding shoot quirky and mesmerizing.

Props like cycles, umbrellas, gramophone, horse carriage, mirrors, globe etc are available to add an edge to your classic shots. One of the most sought-after locations near Delhi, The Perfect Location can chronicle your fairytale romance in true sense.

Location- National Capital Region (NCR) (Faridabad)

Places to Visit and Activities- Surajkund, Badkhal Lake, Delhi Ridge, Qutub Minar and more

Costing- Still photos for 4 hours with any 3 backdrops- Rs 15000 + 18% GST. For Videography, the pricing with 6 backdrops are Rs 30000 + 18% GST

 

Please Note: The different sets and locations can be booked on request in advance with extra charges that varies between Rs 3000 to Rs 10000. You may also book 4 to 5 backdrops or sets in one single package.

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Rishikesh: Lakshman Jhula

Riding up to an ultimate and serene beauty with Holy Ganges and Garhwal Himalayas as the backdrop will be an adventure in itself. The lively and ancient city, Rishikesh is blessed with natural beauty, adventure options, and other splendid spots. No wonder, the ghats, and temples are popular and create an amazing story for each and every couple and tourist, but Lakshman Jhula, the bridge that connects Tehri and Pauri districts of Uttarakhand is an amazing structure for those mushy and candid shots. A romantic, adventurous or a thrill shoot; Rishikesh just adds breath of fresh air to each and every click.

Your album will be nothing less than spectacular at this beautiful religious and tourist place that is associated with the legends and tales of Ramayana. The sunset-hour photoshoot can be a boon to creating a fairytale-like effect for your snaps. Moreover, the place is just wonderful for you two to feel the bond, togetherness and eternal love. Well, the poses, angles and technical aspects have to be added for the photos to be cherished for a lifetime.

Location- Lakshaman Jhula, Tapovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137

Places to Visit and Activities- Beatles Ashram, Shivpuri, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Triveni Ghat, Neer Garh Waterfall, Morning and Evening Aarti etc.

Costing: There are no entry charges or booking fees to visit the place. Your photographer’s charges may vary between 20k to 40k (INR) depending upon his popularity and techniques used.

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French Quarters: Puducherry

If you think heritage sites and forts are too overrated and cliché, go for a bigger and larger than life experience. Break away from the clutter and make your friends envy your lovey-dovey photos that too, soaked in some French vibes and culture. The yellow coloured colonies of French Quarters, Puducherry is a place that is interesting and leisurely experienced.

True that Puducherry was the largest French colony in India and the legacy and culture got carried on. Well, be ready for some culture shock here while you pose with your better half. The little French town is not typical, not stereotype and the results will be magical and contemporary. Beautifully architecture French buildings, French windows carved wooden doors, bright yellow walls make the shoot just fall into place. So, it’s effortless, interesting, enjoyable and offbeat at French Quarters. Plus you get on holiday with your sweetheart that you wouldn’t have planned to visit otherwise.

Location- Periyamudaliyar Chavadi, Tamil Nadu 605104

Places to Visit and Activities- Rock Beach, The Sacred Heart Basilica, Puducherry Museum, Arikamedu, Tamil Quarter, Elephant blessings at temples, Cooking classes, Thriving art galleries etc.

Cost: INR 24,000 to INR 75,000 (Photographer’s Costs)

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The Oberoi Rajvilas, Udaipur

No more building of castles in the air. The architecture, ambiance, forts and walls and the royalty at Oberoi Rajvilas, Udaipur makes it all so real for you. When a life-size castle and palace is right there for an awesome backdrop for the couple shoot, nothing like it.

Photoshoot amidst romantic and never-ending deserts, temples and Havelis will add a fairy-tale factor to your beginning of a wedding journey. Taste of history, culture, ethnicity and some desi vibes come along in an album created at Oberoi Rajvilas, Udaipur. The charismatic place garners lots of attention for all the right reasons- intricate architecture, carvings, surrounding Aravalli hills, vintage vibes, and rustic charm. What else? Now, that romantic poses and intimacy have to come from you. Isn’t it?

Location- Badi-Gorela-Mulla Talai Rd, Haridas Ji Ki Magri, Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001

Places to Visit and Activities- Ekling Ji Temple, Lake Pichola, Monsoon Palace, Jagdish Temple, Indulge in Enteyoga and massages.

Cost- It’s high on wallet. INR 70,000 + GST for photography

 

 

Gulmarg, Jammu, and Kashmir

Having some snow, Bollywood-feel, chilling experience, and throbbing views; Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir is worth every penny for those who wish to set out on a new journey with some candid and amazing shots. Gulmarg is an edge over the others when it comes to scenic beauty, wonderful locales, Mughal vibes, charismatic mountains, chinar trees, barren fields, and cool breezes.

Rekindle your love with a classic and romantic pre-wedding photoshoot at Gulmarg. Let the exotic location flawlessly paint your love, mood, and union into the frame with perfect shots, clicks, and skills. Superimposed by creativity, fabulous theme, lovely surroundings, extraordinary aura, and divine feeling; Gulmarg becomes an impressive choice for a unique pre-wedding photoshoot.

Location- Baramulla District, Jammu, And Kashmir, 193403

Places to Visit and Activities- Gulmarg Gandola, Khilanmarg, Apharwat Peak, Alpather Lake, Seven Springs

Cost: INR 25,000 onwards (Photographer’s Costs)

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These destinations certainly need no introduction when it comes to the dreamiest locations in India but surely deserves a mention for their rich culture, romantic vibes, astonishing view, and a unique aura. So, these are the places to be for the picture-perfect beginning of your wedding.