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Cruising the Danube In Budapest

Lighted Chain Bridge glints, enlivens, sparkles Holding in view magnificent Matthias Church And hillsides of Budapest in distinctive posture Enchanted by milieu of ambiance on visions In cultural rejuvenation of palaces and castles Illuminating echoes of eclectic architecture Gracing river banks in spectacular grandeur As you gaze beneath emerald green water Mesmerized by panorama on Danube river; Where brilliant images dip, shimmer, and glisten Celebrating renaissance as musing stars beckon Whispers of couples voicing romantic passions Watching river-dance twirling in each bounce Attuned to composition of gentle water sounds Curling tiny waves where golden dust glimmers; As we move bit closer, holding hands together Reminiscing of love younger-- incessant charmer Conversing with eyes, kissing happy smiles While congruent evocations consent with pleasure Bashful of peeking moon encroaching on lovers. August 3, 2019 HM: Strand Special 3 contest by Brian Strand NOTE: A spectacular view emerges at night in Budapest with glittering palaces, buildings, and city lights that dance on Danube waters. The lighted Chain Bridge, Matthias Church, and the hillsides are among the attractions that mesmerize visitors, especially at night.

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Angela Crabtree

Date: 11/15/2020 10:03:00 AM

There's so much beauty to see in Europe. One day I hope to visit there :)

Jcb Brul

Date: 7/11/2020 3:41:00 PM

This poem is so majestic! leaving me dreaming of that spectacular cruise. Thank you for taking us to that rare adventure!

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 12/17/2019 5:56:00 AM

Best wishes and congratulations on your win in Brian's contest, Vijay - keep the ink flowing, my friend! Blessings! :o)

Na Na

Date: 12/16/2019 3:06:00 PM

Congrats on your winning poem Vijay

Ann Gilmour

Date: 8/18/2019 12:54:00 AM

I have never visited Budapest Vijay, but now I feel I have, after reading your stunningly evocative verse. It sounds divine and your poetic pen certainly brought it to life, especially the night scene. How wonderful, thank you Vijay. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/20/2019 6:14:00 PM

Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks Ann..always a pleasure..many thanks.

Joseph May

Date: 8/9/2019 10:20:00 PM

Great imagery in this write Vijay...Very nicely penned..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/10/2019 7:21:00 AM

Thank you Joseph--much appreciate.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/9/2019 8:46:00 PM

You described it so romantically and beautifully. Sure makes me wish I could see it, vijay

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/10/2019 7:21:00 AM

Wishing you all the best to get there one day, Andrea. Much appreciate your comments..many thanks.

Paul Callus

Date: 8/9/2019 6:14:00 PM

You have ably captured the scenic beauty and allure of this beautiful part of the world, Vijay. The night views are truly fascinating...i was lucky to experience this in person a few years back. I am sure you enjoyed the trip as much as i did! ~ Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/10/2019 7:20:00 AM

Happy to read your note of your journey there..a beautiful place--yes--lot of scenery..joy. Much appreciate Paul..many thanks. Regards.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/8/2019 4:56:00 PM

I never got as far as Budapest to visit but is looks divine as this poem expresses Vijay. This is a lovely poem. xxoo

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/8/2019 5:07:00 PM

It really is beautiful there..heavenly at night. Much appreciate, Connie..many thanks.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/8/2019 4:36:00 PM

So I guess you wrote this from experience! I would love to see it all! Nice, Vijay!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/8/2019 5:06:00 PM

Yes indeed..Go for it Kim..you will love it! Much appreciate..many thanks.

M. L. Kiser

Date: 8/7/2019 3:13:00 PM

You paint such a lovely painting of Budapest. Magnificent imagery. A wonderful tour.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/8/2019 8:04:00 AM

Much appreciate..many thanks, MLK.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/7/2019 9:47:00 AM

This sounds exceptional. Thanks for painting these lovely pictures on my mind.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/8/2019 8:03:00 AM

Much appreciate Richard..many thanks.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 8/5/2019 11:18:00 PM

you reel me in word by word Vijay, your poetry is always so full of description, it helps to imagine it all, Nice read this evening, take care.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/7/2019 7:36:00 AM

So kind of you my friend--much appreciate..many thanks.

M. L. Kiser

Date: 8/5/2019 9:20:00 PM

Wow, this is remarkable; has me wanting to go there. Well done.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/7/2019 7:36:00 AM

Really nice place..hope you get to go..much appreciate MLK..many thanks.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/5/2019 1:46:00 PM

- It sounds like a beautiful and romantic dream, Vijay ... a wonderful and sparkling description :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/7/2019 7:35:00 AM

Much appreciate Anne-Lise--many thanks.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 8/5/2019 12:31:00 PM

Glad you got to go and share with us who cannot~ the beauty you beheld. Thank you Panagiota

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/7/2019 7:35:00 AM

Thank you Panagiota...much appreciate.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/3/2019 9:07:00 PM

You are an Artist with Your Words. I have stated this before, but needs repeating- because it is true. I feel like I am there with you, sharing in the beauty. These moments. Once again, your imagery is breathtaking. Simply Divine. :) Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:49:00 AM

Glad you liked the imagery Brandy..it really is scenic all the way ..on Rhine, Main rivers..but I especially loved river Danube. Always a pleasure to read your supportive comments..can never thank you enough..much appreciate, Brandy.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/3/2019 4:19:00 PM

lovely poem and travelogue... i was just as beguiled when i visited budapest, vijay... you caught its essence wonderfully... huggs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:46:00 AM

I remember you mentioned it was such a treat for you when you visited there. Much appreciate your feedback Nette--many thanks.

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/3/2019 4:19:00 PM

Hiya, Vijay, brilliant poem, and yes been there and done that, reading your wonderful words took me right back again....

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:45:00 AM

I am sure you can relate having been there..such a treasure to have the beautiful rivers hosting many towns of culture and architecture..much appreciate Harry..many thanks.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/3/2019 2:32:00 PM

Hi Vijay, Visiting the Danube in Budapest, what a privilege and a tremendous experience I am sure my friend. Your poem speaks a million trillion words of how wondrous and historical Budapest is - I loved your poem and the romantic thread, and hope with all my heart that it makes POTD - for surely, this is deserved. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:42:00 AM

Yes indeed..it was one of a kind experience..and Danube spells beauty everywhere. Much appreciate your cheerful comments my friend--can't thank you enough. Appreciate your good wishes, Jennifer.

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/3/2019 8:49:00 AM

Wow! This is beautiful Vijay! I like the river dance twirling in each bounce! :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:36:00 AM

Always happy to read your comments, Heidi..much appreciate..many thanks.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/3/2019 7:03:00 AM

Now you got me humming Strauss lol. I knew that you'd be inspired Vijay and you certainly were. Well written, hope you had a fantastic time. Tom

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:36:00 AM

The journey was really special..all the way from Amsterdam to Budapest...on Rhine, Main..but..more so on Danube. Much appreciate Tom..many thanks.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 8/3/2019 6:54:00 AM

What a mesmerizing setting for someone to live a romantic moment! A marvelous poem with divine imagery dearest friend, Vijay! Your poem took me over there and made me enjoy the scenery!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:32:00 AM

It truly is mesmerizing..especially at night. Much appreciate your comments, as always, my friend..many thanks.

Arturo Michael

Date: 8/3/2019 6:42:00 AM

A lovely experience indeed...and you tied it in with a little romance...All the best Vijay

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/4/2019 7:31:00 AM

Thank you my friend--much appreciate your visit and comments.