A wedding is the ceremony where people are united in marriage. Despite a couple’s best efforts, the Big Day doesn’t always go exactly as planned. Just ask these unfortunate people.
In this clip, which has gone viral around the world, an unfortunately timed pier collapse sees the wedding party plunge.
Traditions and customs vary greatly between cultures, ethnic groups, religions, countries, and social classes. Most wedding ceremonies involve an exchange of wedding vows by the couple, presentation of a gift (offering, ring(s), symbolic item, flowers, money), and a public proclamation of marriage by an authority figure or leader. Special garments are often worn, and the ceremony is sometimes followed by a reception. Music, poetry, prayers or readings from religious texts or literature are also commonly incorporated into the ceremony
