While we were at the first of the Buzkashi games (see previous gallery) the villagers generously invited us to attend the wedding itself the next day. As they explained, it was a very informal affair, traditionally everyone in the village was invited (including visitors, i.e.: us!), and, as it lasted all day, we were welcome to drop by at any time.

The celebrations were held outdoors adjacent to the bride and grooms new home -- a modest, almost completed newly-built house (2 rooms, bath & kitchen) on a plot on the outskirts of the village with a stunning view across the plateau to the Karakoram range. There was lots of traditional music and dance -- traditional flutes and tambourine-like drums -- interestingly, the men played flute, the women drum!

Many guests arrived on foot from nearby houses and yurts, others rode in on horses, and yet others on 'new' horses (motorbikes!). Almost everyone dressed up for the occasion (except us!) and many took the opportunity to dress their best! It was very much a local community gathering, where people were obviously taking the opportunity to catch-up with each other and relax -- including the impromptu game of cards!

Unfortunately, our schedule didn't allow us to spend all day there and capture all of the festivities, but we were very grateful to our hosts for their hospitality in allowing us to celebrate with them.