Weekends At Burgos Circle

I didn't feel like staying at home. I was going to meet some friends tonight, so I thought I'd go and work out. After a few sets I went out and enjoyed the afternoon. Bonifacio Global City is a lovely place. A shame I don't get to enjoy it during the weekdays. Well, it's the weekend, here I am, and with a camera in hand I went out to doing what I like doing-- wandering. Though, no, I'm not necessarily lost. I hardly ever get t go out and enjoy the sights around here though. Taking a second look shows some things I usually miss out on when I go about my daily grind.

Burgos Circle. It doesn't look obvious from here, but the grassy area with the trees at the other side of the road is a roundabout, which also serves as a small park. Towering buildings around it provide shade in the afternoon if the trees still won't suffice. The place is surrounded by several restaurants, pubs and other shops that usually open until late night. Dogs, kids and joggers frequent the area during the weekend afternoons.

Jamba Juice. One of my favorite hangouts when I'm in the Burgos Circle premises. I'm a fan of their drinks, especially the protein loaded stuff.

Within The Circle. As I mentioned earlier, the roundabout also serves as a park. Crossing the street gets you to a mini park abundant with trees. The tree with the round top and three trunks isn't real though- it's a metal sculpture.

Beneath the Concrete Trees. This round shaped metal sculpture intricately done to mimic trees sits at the middle of the circle. Just around the perimeter are high rise condominium units that are just a few of the many structures around this urban jungle.

Beneath The Dome. Going under the faux tree sculpture gives this view. Blink fast and it almost looks real. it's a dome shape supported by three pillars mimicking tree trunks. Look up and it almost looks like you're looking up a forest canopy.

The Clearing Beyond. It's from the inside looking out. Take a peek outside from beneath the dome and one gets to see the clearing around... And beyond it the buildings that comprise the urban jungle.

Road To Beyond. The path leads straight to who knows where... Flanked by trees, then buildings, and who knows what. Alright I actually know that there are shops there just beyond sight.

My Hangout. This is one of my favorite hangouts. It’s a Starbucks that’s just adjacent to office building I work in. I’ve actually made friends with the folks here. I’ll feature some of them soon.

Below Tall Buildings. This is the public parking lot near the office. The buildings surrounding it are magnificent. It’s comprised of office buildings, condominiums and even a hotel. The one on the right is the hotel but it’s under construction as of writing.

Picture Frames. For some reason the picture frames look interesting. I like how they’re arranged like that. The images also have a coffee-ish tint to it, appropriate for a coffee shop.

Drink To Get? A customer looks on as she decides what to get. A lot of items on the menu and my favorite drink isn’t even there.

Next up: Coffee I love and the folks behind every cup I drink. Until then, let's get lost and wander!

Weekends At Burgos Circle

I didn't feel like staying at home. I was going to meet some friends tonight, so I thought I'd go and work out. After a few sets I went out and enjoyed the afternoon. Bonifacio Global City is a lovely place. A shame I don't get to enjoy it during the weekdays. Well, it's the weekend, here I am, and with a camera in hand I went out to doing what I like doing-- wandering. Though, no, I'm not necessarily lost. I hardly ever get t go out and enjoy the sights around here though. Taking a second look shows some things I usually miss out on when I go about my daily grind.

Burgos Circle. It doesn't look obvious from here, but the grassy area with the trees at the other side of the road is a roundabout, which also serves as a small park. Towering buildings around it provide shade in the afternoon if the trees still won't suffice. The place is surrounded by several restaurants, pubs and other shops that usually open until late night. Dogs, kids and joggers frequent the area during the weekend afternoons.

Jamba Juice. One of my favorite hangouts when I'm in the Burgos Circle premises. I'm a fan of their drinks, especially the protein loaded stuff.

Within The Circle. As I mentioned earlier, the roundabout also serves as a park. Crossing the street gets you to a mini park abundant with trees. The tree with the round top and three trunks isn't real though- it's a metal sculpture.

Beneath the Concrete Trees. This round shaped metal sculpture intricately done to mimic trees sits at the middle of the circle. Just around the perimeter are high rise condominium units that are just a few of the many structures around this urban jungle.

Beneath The Dome. Going under the faux tree sculpture gives this view. Blink fast and it almost looks real. it's a dome shape supported by three pillars mimicking tree trunks. Look up and it almost looks like you're looking up a forest canopy.

The Clearing Beyond. It's from the inside looking out. Take a peek outside from beneath the dome and one gets to see the clearing around... And beyond it the buildings that comprise the urban jungle.

Road To Beyond. The path leads straight to who knows where... Flanked by trees, then buildings, and who knows what. Alright I actually know that there are shops there just beyond sight.

My Hangout. This is one of my favorite hangouts. It’s a Starbucks that’s just adjacent to office building I work in. I’ve actually made friends with the folks here. I’ll feature some of them soon.

Below Tall Buildings. This is the public parking lot near the office. The buildings surrounding it are magnificent. It’s comprised of office buildings, condominiums and even a hotel. The one on the right is the hotel but it’s under construction as of writing.

Picture Frames. For some reason the picture frames look interesting. I like how they’re arranged like that. The images also have a coffee-ish tint to it, appropriate for a coffee shop.

Drink To Get? A customer looks on as she decides what to get. A lot of items on the menu and my favorite drink isn’t even there.

Next up: Coffee I love and the folks behind every cup I drink. Until then, let's get lost and wander!

December Nights In Ayala

It was a quiet night. I thought I’d go out and enjoy the lights. It doesn’t have to be a dark and gloomy night. There are lights everywhere cheerful and sparkling making it alright.

Lights All Around. Visitors look on admiring the season themed lights, like the local shop customers and the tourists taking a stroll.

Brightly Lighted Trees. The night looks lovely and lively with lights aplenty adorning the trunks of the trees in the local landscape. If it were up to me I’d have them there all year.

A Tree Amid The Urban Jungle. This tree that stands in the greenbelt area looks taller than it actually is. In the backdrop, the urban jungle with buildings towering to great heights. The illumination here is courtesy of the lightbulb adorned palm trees in the vicinity.

Towers Of Lights. I got to a spot a bit far from the lights, and sat among the folks admiring this sight. On some days, the spot I sat on would’ve been a stage. But for tonight it’s my vantage point that gave me this view.

Lighted Disks. After that time at the mall, I went to the local park. My friend and I hung out at the coffee shop (CBTL) and I got to see these lovely disc-themed lights.

The Lights Beyond. It was a dark moonless night but I still managed to light up the image. I like how blue the skies get at night. It's a darker shade of blue. Details are brought out and illuminated by the lights from the surrounding area.

Colorless But Not Lifeless. Even in the absence of different hues, it still makes for a lively night. A giveaway that it was the middle of the night was the fact that there was hardly anyone on sight.

What have you been up to to enjoy your evenings in December?

December Nights In Ayala

It was a quiet night. I thought I’d go out and enjoy the lights. It doesn’t have to be a dark and gloomy night. There are lights everywhere cheerful and sparkling making it alright.

Lights All Around. Visitors look on admiring the season themed lights, like the local shop customers and the tourists taking a stroll.

Brightly Lighted Trees. The night looks lovely and lively with lights aplenty adorning the trunks of the trees in the local landscape. If it were up to me I’d have them there all year.

A Tree Amid The Urban Jungle. This tree that stands in the greenbelt area looks taller than it actually is. In the backdrop, the urban jungle with buildings towering to great heights. The illumination here is courtesy of the lightbulb adorned palm trees in the vicinity.

Towers Of Lights. I got to a spot a bit far from the lights, and sat among the folks admiring this sight. On some days, the spot I sat on would’ve been a stage. But for tonight it’s my vantage point that gave me this view.

Lighted Disks. After that time at the mall, I went to the local park. My friend and I hung out at the coffee shop (CBTL) and I got to see these lovely disc-themed lights.

The Lights Beyond. It was a dark moonless night but I still managed to light up the image. I like how blue the skies get at night. It's a darker shade of blue. Details are brought out and illuminated by the lights from the surrounding area.

Colorless But Not Lifeless. Even in the absence of different hues, it still makes for a lively night. A giveaway that it was the middle of the night was the fact that there was hardly anyone on sight.

What have you been up to to enjoy your evenings in December?