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Peaceful Mornings at the Pune Okayama Friendship Garden

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On a calm, foggy winter Saturday morning, my partner and I woke up much earlier than usual, around 5:30 am. For days, I had been thinking about showing Ranjan parts of Pune that I had already explored. We decided to visit the Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden, located on Sinhagad Road in Pune. It is also known as the Pu La Deshpande Japanese Garden inspired by the famous Korakuen Garden in Okayama, Japan.

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A Sick Day Turned Creative Escape

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Down with fever, cold, and cough, facing a screen to write code felt like an insurmountable challenge. Rather than pushing through, I decided to prioritize self-care and took a much-needed day off to rest. The struggle of being sick lies in finding ways to engage the mind without adding stress. In an effort to keep my brain active yet relaxed, I spent the day repurposing my old calendar.

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Enchanted Escapes: Romancing the Hills of Mahabaleshwar

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I’ve been hanging around Pune for the past few years, and let me tell you, I’ve made my way to Mahabaleshwar 3 times. And you know what? Not a single time have I thought, “Oh, maybe I’ve had enough of this place.” Nope, it’s just that kind of spot. Folks from Pune and Mumbai often see it as a quick day getaway, and some even turn it into a yearly tradition. And guess what? I think I’m slipping into that rhythm too. Can’t blame them – Mahabaleshwar’s got that magic.

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