A Nepalese Hindu devotee bathes in the Bagmati River on her way to Pashupatinath Temple to offer prayers to Lord Shiva, Hindu god of destruction during the Shravan festivities in Sundarijal, on the outskirts of Kathmandu on Monday. According to the Nepali calendar, Shravan is considered the holiest month of the year with each Monday of the month known as Shravan Somvar when worshippers offer prayers for a happy and prosperous life. Photo: AFP