Bride in beaded pink lehenga at golden hour, sunlight streaming over Cigarral de las Mercedes gardens.

A Multiday Celebration Full of Color, Culture, and Charm in the Spanish Countryside

Photographed by AM Love Stories

Gauri and Aditya’s three-day wedding in Toledo, Spain, was a celebration of culture, connection, and considered details. Held at Cigarral de las Mercedes, a storied estate with panoramic views over the city, the celebration brought together nearly 90 of their closest people for a weekend that blended Indian tradition with modern flair.

Couple sharing a kiss while showing off their matching henna designs at Cigarral de las Mercedes.

“Their destination wedding unfolded over three unforgettable days in April,” says AM Love Stories, who photographed the event. “The venue provided the perfect backdrop.” From the vivid Henna ceremony to the turmeric-soaked Haldi and a Sangeet night of nonstop dancing, each event offered a new atmosphere—joyful, emotional, and rich with personality.

Close-up of bride’s hands adorned with bangles and henna, wearing a blush pink embroidered lehenga.
Wedding family portrait on the stone steps beneath an old tree at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Sparkling Steve Madden bridal flats with gold floral embroidery.

The wedding day itself was a standout. A floral mandap framed by nature set the stage for a ceremony steeped in heritage and feeling. “Gauri and Adi tied the knot in a breathtaking Indian wedding ceremony,” the photographer shares, “a celebration of love and heritage, filled with color, intricate details, and emotion.” Gauri’s embroidered lehenga and heirloom-worthy jewellery were a visual homage to tradition, while Aditya’s look balanced classic and contemporary.

Classic vintage car parked outside the rustic stone entrance of Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Bride and groom overlooking Toledo skyline, captured on black and white film.
Colourful wedding food display with fresh herbs, vegetables, and Moroccan lanterns.
Close-up of the couple showing off their wedding rings and mehndi, dressed in glamorous attire at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Groom stands beneath a floral mandap of suspended roses during the Hindu ceremony at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Close-up of the groom adjusting his pearl necklace and sherwani at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Metallic Versace heels resting against a red embroidered bridal lehenga.
Bride in intricately embroidered yellow lehenga and statement jewellery, smiling softly before the ceremony.
Group of women showing intricate mehndi designs on their hands during pre-wedding celebrations.

Throughout the celebration, the storytelling lens of AM Love Stories captured both intimacy and movement—from emotional black-and-white portraits to expressive scenes of the couple laughing, dancing, and sharing quiet moments. “Photographing this wedding was truly an honor,” they add. “Each event brought something different. It was full of joy, color, and so many beautiful traditions.”

Groom dips the bride in a romantic moment in the sun-dappled courtyard of Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Elegant wedding welcome sign with greenery announcing Gauri and Aditya's celebration at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Bride and groom pose together during their floral-filled wedding reception at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
Elegant wedding dinner menu placed on a glass charger plate at Cigarral de las Mercedes.

Cigarral de las Mercedes didn’t just host the wedding—it enhanced it. From the olive grove ceremony space to vibrant food stations styled with fresh herbs and produce, every scene was effortlessly photogenic. A welcome sign flanked by greenery set the tone on arrival, while each event flowed with thoughtful design and a strong sense of place. For couples seeking inspiration for a multi-day wedding that balances tradition and individuality, this one offers more than a few ideas.

Tender black and white portrait of the couple embracing on their wedding day at Cigarral de las Mercedes.
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