B on the run: a travel blog

  • Indonesia: Wooden Bird Cages

    Indonesia: Wooden Bird Cages

    Indonesia is known for a unique tradition of keeping birds in beautiful wooden birdcages. These cages are not just simple homes for birds, but a delightful art form. Craftsmen spend many hours crafting each cage by hand, paying close attention to detail. They use different types of wood that are strong and durable, and they…

  • Indonesia: Prambanan Temple

    Indonesia: Prambanan Temple

    Prambanan Temple in Indonesia is a truly majestic sight from the outside. It reaches up towards the sky, with tall, pointed towers called shikaras that are carved beautifully. The temple is made of grey stone which gives it an ancient, timeless look. When the sunlight hits the stones, it creates interesting shadows and highlights the…

  • Indonesia: Prambanan Temple

    Indonesia: Prambanan Temple

    Prambanan Temple is a magical place in Indonesia. It’s a big, old temple that was built a long time ago, about the year 850. This temple is special because it’s a Hindu place of worship, which is rare in a mainly Muslim country. When you look at it, you can see tall towers reaching the…

  • Japan: A Park near Fujimigaoka

    Japan: A Park near Fujimigaoka

    Fujimigaoka, a lovely area in Tokyo, is surrounded by plenty of beautiful parks. These parks are like green oases in the heart of this bustling city. One top favorite is the Komazawa Olympic Park. It’s a large park with loads of space to run, play, or relax. This park even has special areas for different…

  • Japan: Tokyo Parks

    Japan: Tokyo Parks

    Tokyo, Japan’s bustling capital, is home to a variety of lovely parks. These green places are like beautiful islands of calm within the city’s fast-paced life. One of the most famous parks is Ueno Park, filled with gorgeous cherry blossom trees and home to several museums. Yoyogi Park is another popular spot that is enjoyed…

  • Japan: An Art Museum in Tokyo

    Japan: An Art Museum in Tokyo

    The Tokyo National Museum is a delightful place in Japan. It is the oldest museum in the country, known for its vast collection of art and ancient artifacts. This grand museum is located in Ueno Park, a lovely place filled with beautiful green trees. When you walk inside, you’ll see many things from Japan’s history.…

  • Tajikistan: Snow-peaked Mountains of the Trans-Alay range.

    Tajikistan: Snow-peaked Mountains of the Trans-Alay range.

    Tajikistan, a beautiful country in Central Asia, is famous for its snow-peaked mountains. These high, white peaks fully covered in snow look a lot like fairy tales. They rise high into the clear blue sky, offering breathtaking views that can make anyone marvel at nature’s beauty. Some of the mountains are so tall and cold,…

  • Japan: A rusty sign in Tokyo

    Japan: A rusty sign in Tokyo

    At a park in Tokyo, we found a rusty old sign that really stood out. Compared to the rest of the city, which is usually so clean and modern, it was unusual to see something so old and overgrown. The sign looked like it had been forgotten for a long time, with plants growing all…

  • New York: 6th Avenue four-way Intersection

    New York: 6th Avenue four-way Intersection

    On 6th Avenue, there’s a busy four-way intersection where cars, buses, and trucks all come together. This intersection helps connect different parts of the city, allowing traffic to flow smoothly in every direction. With traffic lights and road signs in place, people can easily navigate their way around, making their trips more convenient and hassle-free.…

  • Kyrgyzstan: The view from a hotel in Bishkek

    Kyrgyzstan: The view from a hotel in Bishkek

    From our hotel room in Bishkek, we had a view of the quiet street down below. With parked cars by the sidewalk and electricity poles lining the street, the area seemed less busy than other parts of the city. A building under construction caught our eye, but there were no workers in sight, adding to…

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