Gelin Ve Arkadaslari Kina Gecesi -

Traditional Turkish Henna Night & Turkish & English Subtitle

: The evening often begins with traditional folk songs, such as "Yüksek Yüksek Tepelere," designed to make the bride cry. This crying is culturally seen as a sign of respect and genuine sorrow for leaving her parents' home. Gelin Ve Arkadaslari Kina Gecesi

The interaction between the bride and her friends is the visual and social heart of the ceremony. Traditional Turkish Henna Night & Turkish & English

At its core, the Kına Gecesi marks the bride's transition from her maiden life to her new role as a wife. It is traditionally characterized by "after the laughter come the tears," as the bride prepares to leave her family home. such as "Yüksek Yüksek Tepelere