While we have chai with the host, Kathrin disappears to join the women's gathering inside the house. They all wore head scarves in a diverse range of colours. Richly decorated tables overflowed with plov, exotic fruit, strange sweets and drinks. They looked at me with great curiosity and a wonderful openness - it didn't take long to connect. I am invited to join them for food and prayers.
Magical sounds fill the air.
The voice belongs to a female Koran reader who is chanting a sura, now the 'party' can begin. Suddenly it's time for us to leave. We have to get back to Rakhimahon's house where we are expected by her friends and entourage. After eating yet another meal back at Rakhimahon's house we were invited into another part of the house, and told to bring our cameras. Rakhimahon wanted to show us something.