Mysterious Cloud formation Seen in Yambol City Park

It was quite a sight seeing this mysterious cloud formation in Yambol City Park. Round with a dark centre and light surround with the sun directly behind give a celestial effect,. Plus there is a rainbow at the top of the formation. Never seen anything like it before.

Yambol City Centre in Full Glory

On this lovely bright sunny winter day we can see Yambol City Centre in full glory. Shopping on two floors and the basement and apartments above. As things are, this is not used by many people and most of the shops inside are vacant and available to rent or buy. 

Tom and Jerry Kids Clothing Shop Still Going Strong in Yambol

The Tom and Jerry kids clothing shop is still going strong due to there always being a demand for childrens' clothes. Tom (cat) and Jerry (mouse) went out of fashion in recent years due to the violence in the cartoons they made, (How ridiculous is that was so many violent films being made today!) This obviously hasn't made any difference here.

Rough and Ready Street in Yambol

Crazy paving caused by tree growth and waste bins disintegrating as just some of the typical things you will find on Yambol streets. Rough and ready but still functional.

Iced Up Air Conditioning System in Yambol

Winter and icde in Yambol sees many things frozen up. This air-conditioning system has not escaped but still functions. They are designed to cope with temperatures as low as -20 C. Pedestrians, watch your step when walking past!

Kodak Photographic Shop in Yambol

Kodak photographic company has been around from the start of the photographic era. Having seen the Kodak factory close in the UK in 2016 I wonder how long this shop will last in Yambol.

A Municipal Children's Complex in Yambol

Seen and labelled on Google as a Municipal Children's Complex this Primary School sits in the middle of Yambol City Centre. Thriving and over subscribed a very popular place to send your children where the majority are from Bulgarian families.

Healthy and Unhealthy Shops Together in Yambol

With a shop that sells, tobacco, alcohol, crisps and sweets on the left compared to the shop on the right that sell natural bio food, herbs and other nutritional foods there is a massive contrast. Healthy versus unhealthy; I know which I would shop in if I had the extra money for healthy goods of course!

Manikin Standing in Yambol City Centre

Quite often I mistake this manikin for a real person and with this was quite shocked thinking someone was wearing a dressing gown in mid winter in Yambol. Until I am fooled next time perhaps?

Let There Be Light in Yambol - Solar Light

Since Yambol City Centre has been renovated there have been many marvellous additions to the City. One of these are the hundreds of solar light that have been installed. So simple many people don't even realise they are there and of course at night a wonderful illumination free of charge! 

Park Memorial In Front The Eski Mosque in Yambol

Tucked away in front of the Eski Mosque is a little park with a memorial. Quite often ignored by many who walk past albeit with a seating area added to the many other seating areas now in Yambol.

Tsar Osvoboditel Street Down to Yambol City Park

Headin down towards Yambol City Park is Tsar Osvoboditel Street, Lined with many fast food joints and restaurants it is a popular stopping place before and after a walk in the park.

The Grand West Face of Yambol's Bezistena

Never failing to impress when passing by, the West Face of the Bezistena with the entrance to the museum withing is very inviting.

Boring Bank in Yambol - Fibank

this sp;ot in Yambol used to have a lovely cafe with an outside seating area on a raised wooden slated platform. For the last ten years a bank called Fibank has turned it onto one of the most boring sights in the City. Sterile!

Yambol's Bezistena Highly Recommended

If you come to Yambol, don't miss it. The staff are very helpful. The idea of turning the place into culture centre was a great idea. It has some very interesting historical artifacts inside with a multimedia lecture on topics concerned the City if Yambol.

Old Drain in Yambol, But Still Works In Flood Times

Not a pretty sight no matter how yo look at it, bu this old Yambol drain still comes tot he rescue in time of flooding sapping up the excess water into underground canal systems.

Sleeping Stray Dog on Shopfront in Yambol

The Cardboard meant for customer to wipe their feet before entering the shop is used as a bed for this stray dog which is now fast asleep.

Metal Wheelie Bins Don't Go Up In Smoke in Yambol

This metal wheelie bin has replace a former plastic wheelie bin which when up in smoke with hot ash from one of the residents in a local apartment block. This replacement won't do the same.

The Long Walk Southwards in Yambol city Park

From The Park Hotel, passing the tennis court on the left you will find the most popular long walks in Yambol City Park. In a southwards direction ending up at the Tundzha Hotel the distance covered is over one kilometre. Popular for joggers to monitor their distances covered as I do.

Blue Santa Still Standing in Yambol

It may be nearly the middle of January but regardless Blue Santa is still standing in Yambol before the municipal buildings flying the Bulgarian flag. And as you can see children still flock there with excitement even though Christmas is of a bygone age now.

Yambol's 1930 Women in the Winter Sun

Having seen this statue m any times, today the Yambol women of 1930 look very happy lapping up the Winter sun this winter. A beautiful day to remember the contribution women made during that era.

Parading Parasols in Yambol City Centre

It is quite often a view that is seen in Yambol in the winter, but the sight never fails to inspire a photograph. Parading parasols yet again get the vote today to be published in this lovely cold but sunny day in Yambol City Centre.

Fallen Tree in Yambol City Park

Nature has taken course in Yambol City Park after some strong winds hit the area. This fallen tree is evidence of the suffering caused by nature weather. No doubt this will be cut up and used for heating in the park tenders' lodge.

Clock Garden in Yambol City Centre

The renovated gardens in Yambol City Centre are a welcome addition to the attractions for local people. Included in the garden is this clock design which is very useful for tourists perhaps but for Bulgarians, time doesn't really matter.

Winter Sunset in Yambol

Winter sunset are always the most dramatic as example here in this picture this evening. Yambol has some of the cleanest air in Bulgaria far removed from industrial zones so what you see is natural.

Left over Sleigh From Christmas in Yambol City Park

Well into the New Year bu Christmas reminders remain in Yambol City Park. This sleigh with presents still stands in the foreground of the decorated tree in the background.

Bridge Crossing The River Tundzha By Yambol's Park Hotel

Having often used this on my jogging runs this bridge crosses the River Tundzha and is situated right next to the Yambol Park Hotel. Frequented by many who live in the many apartment blocks lined up to the Russian Quarter in Yambol.

Tree Top Left Behind on Fence in Yambol

The fence carries evidence of a tree that was formerly there. The clue is the tree top was left behind wedged in between the mesh of the fence. Situated in Yambol City Park bordering the tennis courts, this will remain as long as the fence is up.

New Changing Rooms For Young Footballers in Yambol City Park

Every year I see young footballers playing and training in this area without any facilities to change their kit and shower. Well now there is a new changing room installed with showers and toilets which was much needed. 

The Falcon's Bike Club Monument in Yambol City Park

This is where most organised bike rides start. Having ridden with the Falcon's Bike Club that is steeped in history, the monument you see here is very appropriate for the club and cycling in Yambol. Long may it continue.

Yambol City Park Swarming With People

Happy New Year and welcome to 2019 in Yambol City Park where the place is swarming with people on this sunny day. Perfect for a walk and mingle with the trees and folk.