Prayer flags at Swayambhunath

Back at the hotel we women guests are helped by some of Subechya's aunts to dress in saris. (Wearing one was voluntary but since I'd never had one on I decided to grab at the chance!) Then it's on to the reception where everyone greets the newlyweds, and we eat, drink, and dance the night away. I'm introduced to Sabal's girlfriend's father who is an accomplished Thangka artist, and he gives me a lovely silk Nepali scarf to wear around my shoulders.