Pleasure marriage is steadily becoming one of the thriving businesses in Indonesia as it promotes tourism and the local economy. Published: November 11, 2024 3:04 PM IST By Edited by Marriage is widely regarded as a sacred union in many cultures, including India, and is often the most significant day in a couple’s life. In India, weddings are celebrated as grand occasions because marriage is seen as the joining of two soulmates, guided by the religious principles found in Hindu scriptures.
However, while marriage can be a blessing for some, it may prove challenging for others. In one country, there is a practiced custom that allows male tourists to experience a brief period of married life. It is important to note that this practice is illegal.
Known as a “pleasure marriage,” this arrangement involves introducing local women to tourists, followed by an informal wedding ceremony. The marriage typically lasts a few days before being dissolved. This process involves hefty amount of money.
Indonesian women take up this arrangement in exchange for a bribe price. Under this marriage both the partners perform all the duties starting from domestic work to sexual services. The pleasure marriage often lasts only for the duration of the tourist’s stay and is dissolved once he leaves the country.
In most cases, the women opt for this arrangement to earn a livelihood and support their families. What is a Pleasure Marriage? Pleasure marriage is steadily becoming one of the thriving.