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The impact of Portuguese culture can be seen in the lifestyle of the Knanaya community. The Knanaya community is split into two groups, Knanaya Catholic and Knanaya Syriac Orthodox. The Knanaya community is very strict about endogamous practice in wedding. The Knanaya wedding is organized in a Syrian Christian Church. The Knanaya brides wears traditional Christian wedding gown, and hold a floral bouquet. During the wedding ceremony, the groom ties a thread round the Knanaya bride's neck.