Dashain festivities have brought towns and villages to life. Streets, village squares and neighbourhood lanes are bustling with activity as people return from the cities and households prepare to celebrate the festival.

Traditional rope swings are going up in some places, while crowds gather around rotating swings in others. Although modern forms of entertainment have contributed to the decline of traditional swing culture, the old favourites remain popular in some villages. Laughter, gatherings of friends and the joyful shouts of people on the swings add to the festive spirit.