Papaya anyone

In the midst of the Kalachakra Crowds.
Today the sun came out for a bit. It has been Kalachakra dances today so that means a day off before initiation. Took a stroll around town and snaped some photos, I hope you can get an sense of how festive the atmosphere is. There are so many street vendors selling everything from gold and coral rings to cheap plastic toys. The icecream cart on a bike is my favorite. The beggers are out in force and I think many of the local kids are skipping school pretending to be beggers so they can get some cash for chocolate. Was hoping to make it  into the main temple today but it was just so busy, elbow to elbow crowds and being 4ft 10 in  I am not that brave. Today's deed, a Tibetan girl and me found a screaming puppy in the middle of the crown and amazingly we managed to find and return it to its very worried mum. 

ladies from Kunnuar

Muna at his shop

balloon seller outside temple

A few rupees he will recite prayers for you.