Shonima Burman Poet Rhyme

City of Joy

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Situated on the bank of Hooghly River,
This ''City Of Joy'' is full of wonder.
From ancient monuments to modern architecture,
The city flourishes with astonishing sculptures.
Capital of the Indian state of West Bengal,
The city of Calcutta warmly invites one and all.
Once formed by combining three villages,
Kalikata, Gobindapur and Sutanuti down the ages.
Today it is one of the biggest metropolitan city,
Being enriched in culture and diversity.
Kolkata is its modern name,
Yet it's ancient glamour remains all the same.
I am really proud to be a Calcuttan,
As I am proud to be an Indian.

- 26th August 2014

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Kim Merryman July 13, 2015 at 8:57 PM A wonderful tribute to your city, Shoniam! Congrats on your win! Love, Kim Shonima Burman August 4, 2015 at 5:20 AM Thank u Kim.....:)

Skat A July 13, 2015 at 12:18 AM Shoniam, thank you for the support... SKAT Shonima Burman August 4, 2015 at 5:19 AM Thank u SKAT....:)

Pandita Sietesantos April 29, 2015 at 4:26 PM Shonima, this is a wonderful piece in tribute to your great country and culture! The imagery is stunning and I love it! Well done, my friend! I rate it a solid "7." Pandita Shonima Burman April 30, 2015 at 1:13 AM Thank you Pandita. Thank you so much that you loved it.....:)

Julia Ward April 23, 2015 at 9:10 AM It was interesting for me to learn about Calcutta. Shonima Burman April 30, 2015 at 1:10 AM Thank you Julia. A pleasure for me....:)

Ma Yaseen September 15, 2014 at 12:50 AM nicely describrd Shonima Burman October 13, 2014 at 5:24 AM Thank u Malik

Debbie Guzzi September 4, 2014 at 2:03 PM An informative bit of writing! Light & Love Shonima Burman October 13, 2014 at 5:24 AM Thank u Debbie