Travel Writing

December 14, 2010

http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/821317/travel-fitness-urban-runs-around-the-world

By Laura Keller

If your New Year involves globe-trotting to faraway places, lacing up your running shoes on a bleary-eyed, jet-lagged morning may be the key to discovering corners of the city you might otherwise miss. Get your endorphins buzzing during your international travel with these picks for best urban runs around the world.

URBAN RUN #1

Istanbul, Sultanahmet

Take to the streets of this East-meets-West metropolis in the old city of Sultanahmet. Head down to the paved path along the Sea of Marmara and Bosphorus Strait. Unearth the history of Constantinople's ancient past running along the old city walls of the rocky waterfront. Following the wafting scent of grilled fish sandwiches, cross the Galata Bridge to trendy Beyoglu, enjoying the panorama of a skyline of minarets and mosques.

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URBAN RUN #2

Buenos Aires, San Telmo

Kick off your day with a run in San Telmo, Buenos Aires' most historic neighborhood. As the cradle of the tango, you'll wind down narrow, cobblestone streets housing milongas, or local tango clubs. Jog along the tree-lined lanes and be sure to peep into San Telmo's famed antiquarians, housing timeless treasures in century-old homes. Finish up your run in Plaza Dorrego, admiring the colonial architecture and taking in the magic of Argentina's colorful past.

URBAN RUN #3

Paris, Montmartre

Explore one of Paris' flagship neighborhoods on a run through Montmartre. In this bohemian hilltop enclave, you'll past windmills and cabarets,...