- Reception begins with dancinga year ago
- Motorcade en route to Al Husseiniya Palacea year ago
- Jordanians get long-awaited glimpse at couplea year ago
- Full list of dignitaries who are attending the weddinga year ago
- Couple greet guests after ceremonya year ago
- Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif are marrieda year ago
A look back at a sartorial triumph
David Tusing reports:
Princess Rajwa wore a white gown featuring a flower print on its full skirt and a wrap effect on the bodice during her wedding to Crown Prince Hussein on the grounds of Zahran Palace on Thursday.
Princess Rajwa, 29, paired the striking dress, reportedly custom-made for her by Lebanese designer Elie Saab, with a pair of white flats and a glittering tiara as she walked to the venue.
She was escorted by Prince Hussein's younger brother, Prince Hashem, while his sisters Princess Salma and Princess Iman walked behind.
Prince Hashem then walked her to the gazebo where Prince Hussein, 28, and his father, King Abdullah II, were waiting on the stage.
Queen Rania sat in the front row with Princess Rajwa's mother, Azza.
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Congratulations pour in
Ambassadors to Jordan continued to wish the couple well throughout the day. Here are some of the best messages:
British ambassador Bridget Brind wished them a “lifetime of happiness and lasting joy”
Chen Chuandong, China's ambassador, said: "May the friendly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and her people enjoy greater progress and development under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II and HRH Crown Prince Al Hussein"
Turkish ambassador Erdem Ozan quoted an old proverb on friendship being the "highest prize" before complimenting the two nations' "eternal friendship"
Al Husseiniya Palace lights up as celebrations continue
David Tusing reports:
The wedding reception featured a variety of performances by local and regional singers as the bride and groom interacted with guests.
There were also performances by a choir group, Jordanian bands, the national orchestra, folk dance troupes as well as an energetic dabke performance.
Celebrations will conclude with the bride and groom cutting the wedding cake at 11pm UAE time.
Reception begins with dancing
They were led to a stage where King Abdullah II, Queen Rania and Princess Rajwa's parents welcomed them.
Royal couple arrive at reception
Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa have reached Al Husseiniya Palace.
As is customary, the arrival of the bride and groom is announced with a zaffeh, a lively musical procession featuring drums, bagpipes, singing and clapping.
The newlyweds will be led to the outdoor reception courtyard by a military zaffeh performed by the Jordan Armed Forces Musical Band, renowned for its rousing performances. All band members also wear the shemagh in addition to their full-dress uniform.
After passing through an honorary Arch of Sabers, the couple will proceed towards the greeting stage. There, they will be joined by King Abdullah II and Queen Rania, as well as the bride's parents, to greet more than 1,700 guests.
The remainder of the evening will feature a variety of performances, with the reception concluding with the cutting of the wedding cake.
Find out more about the day's schedule here.
Jordanians get long-awaited glimpse of royal couple
Khaled Yacoub Oweis reports from Amman:
Samir, a student who lives in the area, said the whole experience was "nice" and he was impressed with the rhythm of the cars and motorcycles surrounding the couple's Range Rover as they zoomed through the streets of the capital.
"It was worth watching," he says.
Elaborate procession brings pomp to marriage celebration
The couple chatted with each other and waved at the crowd as they trundled through the streets towards Al Husseiniya Palace.
Motorcade en route to Al Husseiniya Palace
Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa have entered a white Land Rover Defender with a gap in the roof to greet onlookers.
The Red Motorcade will accompany them as they travel to Al Husseiniya Palace.
Rajwa Al Hussein officially given Princess title
Rajwa Al Hussein has officially been given the title of Princess by the Jordanian Royal Court following her marriage to Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan.
"A royal decree was issued to bestow upon Ms Rajwa bint Khaled Al Saif the title of Her Royal Highness Princess Rajwa Al Hussein, on the occasion of her marriage to His Royal Highness Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, the Crown Prince," said a statement from the Jordanian Royal Court.
Red Motorcade procession
Having finished greeting their guests for the Islamic ceremony, Crown Prince Hussein and his wife are now about to take part in the Red Motorcade procession where Jordanians will get a chance to see the royal couple and take part in the festivities.
On special occasions horse and camel riders join the lineup and the Jordan Armed Forces Musical Band plays military music on bagpipe.
It consists of eight bright red armed Land Rover vehicles and 11 motorcycles.
Crowds gathered in anticipation of the convoy in the affluent West Amman area.
Princess Catherine wears Elie Saab gown
The design, which features long fluted sleeves and a flowing skirt, is the second piece the princess has worn by the designer in recent months.
Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif greet guests
Royal couple leave ceremony to greet guests
Which dignitaries are attending the wedding party?
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed
Mother of Qatar’s Emir, Sheikha Moza
Crown Prince of Oman and Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Dhi Yazan bin Haitham
Son of Bahrain’s Crown Prince, Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa
Iraq’s President Abdul Latif Rashid
Kuwait’s Crown Prince Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati
Egyptian President’s wife, Intisar Al Sisi, and his daughter, Aya
President of Kurdistan Regional Government, Nechervan Barzani
Malaysia’s King Sultan Abdullah
Britain’s Prince William and his wife Catherine
UK’s Minister for the Middle East and North Africa Lord Ahmad
US first lady Jill Biden
US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry
King of the Netherlands Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima
Swedish Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel
Japanese Princess Hisako and her eldest daughter, Princess Tsuguko
Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon
Rwandan President, Paul Kagame
Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Belgium’s King Philippe Crown Princess Elisabeth
Denmark’s Crown Prince Frederik and his wife
Officially married
Crown Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif are officially married having signed their marriage documents in the presence of their respective fathers, King Hussein and Mr Khaled Al Saif.
Sheikh Dr Ahmed Al Khalaila read words from the Quran ahead of the exchanging of vows.
Prince Hassan was one of the witnesses to sign the marriage document.
The bride, groom and attendees read the Fatiha verse of the Quran before the couple exchanged rings.