Aasma & Amish
April 20, 2024
pre-pre-wedding day
Thursday, April 18, 2024
9:00 am | Pooja
- Location: Aasma's House
- If you're already at the hotel, we'll have transportation arranged to pick you up from Dusit
1:00 pm | Haldi Event
- Location: Aasma's House
- If you're landing before 12:00 pm, we'll have transportation arranged to pick you up from Dusit
7:00 pm | Dinner at Dusit Princess Hotel (most likely)
- Dress code: Semi-Casual
pre-wedding day
Friday, April 19, 2024
7:30 am to 2:00 pm | Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour
Pickup location: Hotel Lobby
A sightseeing tour is arranged by the families to check out some of Kathmandu’s famous sites - including Pashupatinath Temple, and other local favorites. This includes lunch at around 12.
4:00 PM | Mehendi Event at Hotel Manaslu
- A traditional pre-wedding ceremony in Indian cultures, where henna designs are applied to the bride's hands and feet.
5:30 PM to 7:00 pm | Sangeet at Hotel Manaslu
- An event of Indian cultures characterized by music, dance, and performances.
6:00 PM to 8:00 pm | Dinner is served at Hotel Manaslu
- The main evening meal, typically consisting of multiple courses, consumed in many different cultures worldwide.
7:00 PM - 10:00 pm | Dancing at Hotel Manaslu
- Self explanatory
wedding day
Saturday, April 20, 2024
8:15 am | Baraat Procession walk from Dusit Princess to Hotel Manaslu (this is a < 2 min walk)
Location: Hotel Lobby
Walk with the groom to the wedding venue, accompanied by family members and friends.
9:00 am | Wedding at Hotel Manaslu
- A combination of the rich cultural traditions, rituals, and customs of both Nepal and India
12:00 pm | Lunch as Hotel Manaslu
- A common meal between breakfast and dinner, Aasma wanted Amish to write something here. Does anyone even read these.
6:00 pm | Reception at Hotel Manaslu
- A grand celebration that follows the wedding ceremonies, where the newlyweds greet other guests and share a feast, symbolizing the merging of two families and cultures.
8:00 pm | Dancing at Hotel Manaslu
- Self explanatory.