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7 TIMELESS CHILDREN'S BOOKS

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  It is said that a great book can truly change a child’s life forever. The worlds that are encountered when a child opens a book for the first time are delightful, informative and downright magical. Whether it’s read aloud by a parent or covertly under the covers past bedtime or assigned as class reading – children’s books can capture  the imagination more than any other genre. In these times of advanced technology, children are known to get addicted to the screens, leaving parents with an excuse that they don’t like to read. But, there is no such thing as a child who doesn’t like reading; you only need to hand them the right book to fire up their reading habits. We are living in the golden age of young-adult literature when books written apparently for teens are equally adored by adults. Here are a few such books which according to me fall in this category. 1. WINNIE THE POOH: Written by A.A. MILNE, Winne the Pooh is a collection of short stories. These stories are about a ye
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12 MOST FAVORITE CARTOONS OF CHILDHOOD

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Childhood is the most treasured part of our life and certain moments like the cartoons that we used to watch will be etched in our hearts forever. That golden era had a plethora of unforgettable cartoons which can most certainly give today's cartoons a run for its money. Here’s one for those days gone by; a few of my favourite cartoon shows. The list could be endless, hence choosing the ones that are really special and would take you on the roller coaster ride of laughter and nostalgia which is much needed in these tough and trying times. THE JUNGLE BOOK: This show was among the first cartoon shows which any of the '90s kids would associate with. Adapted from the book by Rudyard Kipling this classic was a household favourite. The Hindi   version of ‘T he jungle book’  used to be aired on channel  Doordarshan every Sunday morning, and I remember how impatiently I used to wait for the jingle: “ Jungle, jungle baat chali hai ….”. And it continues to echo my heart even tod
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FEW UNDER- EXPLORED PLACES AROUND INDORE

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  Indore has much to impress the visitors within its bounds with its Lalbagh Chhatri , the Palace, the bustling bazaars , the special street food markets, but what lies beyond its urban limits is equally impressive. If you are done exploring what it holds within its ambit, it is time for you to set out to explore places in the outskirts of Indore. The waterfalls cascading amongst the dense green woods, the wildlife adventure, lush green hills, historical monuments and places of pilgrimage are a few options to choose from. Choral dam , Patalpani waterfalls, the fort at Mandav , the temples and Ghats of Maheshwar and Omkareshwar have a beauty of their own. But if you are looking for some respite from the crowd, for some serenity and tranquillity then these places are worth visiting.   JANAPAV HILL: I visited this place in monsoon and the scenic drive up the hill was mesmerizing. The lush green hills and the dense forest were in their full glory. This place is considered to be
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Lip-Smacking Delicacies of Indore

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  Indore  – The commercial capital of Madhya Pradesh is also famously known as the “city of foodies”. This name has been given to Indore because of its flavours; its variety of chaats and a wide range of street food. Years back when I shifted to Indore after marriage and having heard so much about the food here, I was all agog to try it. And what better to commence the delicious food journey than the quintessential Poha- Jalebi snack which is a ritual when it comes to breakfast for the  people of Indore . The food of Indore is an amalgamation of Gujarati, Rajasthani and Maharashtrian cuisine. Yet it has a certain added uniqueness with its different chutneys and sev, and a special spice - jeeravan , which makes it stand out in itself and shows that ‘ Indoris ’ are not just fond of their food, they are in love with it. Also, Indore has heaven for those midnight hunger pangs – Sarafa Ratri Bazaar! Foodie or not, this place is a must-visit for those who visit the city. From tea and pa
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