Although we incorporate the “Chinese Banquet” dining option into our wedding ceremonies, ours is primarily Buddhist-influenced and retains the traditional flavour of the local inhabitants. Basically there are monks chanting and blessing, a thronged procession to the bride’s place of residence (usually with a banana tree), and like Songkran you get people wet

— Salisa to Henry, February 21st, 2026

I’m not a botanist but.. did I see some banana trees near the Kreml? That’s just about the only plant I can identify I’m afraid.

And bamboo of course! After all (la)bubu is a panda ❤️

— Salisa to Путуки, June 15th, 2026