Indian Diversity

Crimson saris, silk
Woven with threads of gold,
A dancer's graceful sway,
Reflecting ancient lore,

A turban's vibrant hues,
Sun-baked earth, spice-scented air,
Desert whispers tales,
Of caravans afar,

Carvings deep and bold,
In temples, ancient stone,
Echoing centuries old,
Stories yet untold,

From the Himalayas' snow,
To Ganges' holy flow,
A sacred, mystic show,
Diversity unfolds,

Ghats, where souls ascend,
Prayers to deities blend,
The fragrance of incense,
Mystical events unfold,

Bhangra's rhythmic beat,
A joyful, vibrant heat,
Dancing in the street,
Celebrations complete,

From the bustling city's hum,
To villages' quiet drum,
A world within a sum,
India's soul, profound,

Flavour's bold and bright,
A culinary sight,
Spices, herbs, and light,
Taste of day and night,

A thousand faces smiles,
Across landscapes, miles,
One nation, mixed styles,
India's spirit, which beguiles

A symphony of sound,
Stories whispered around,
Diverse and ever-bound,
India's soul is profound.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Narain Avatar
November 6, 2024 at 11:19 AM
Nice poem.
R P Avatar
November 6, 2024 at 10:17 PM
Thanks Sir
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