Technopolis Store in Yambol

Bleak building by all accounts. The Technopolis Electrical Store stands with an almost empty car park in the outskirts of Yambol. Most of the goods here are well beyond the means of local buyers so they employ credit reps touring the premises to persuade clients to buy more on credit. I hate these aggressive materialistic places.

View From The North Bank Of the River Tundzha

A view of the River Tundzha seen from the North Bank just South of the City. Not much water passing through this time of year with the lush green forest now resident in late spring. 

Art Deco Style Gate in Yambol

I think this art deco styled gate was not made purposely on the design. However, it does give the feel for the art deco fashion which is now 100 years old. The pastel colours also add to that era.

A Solitary Tree Stands in Yambol Waste Ground

This is strange hence the picture. On some waste ground in Yambol stands a solitary tree in the centre of the area. No other trees in sight and this one took root dead centre, which is a mystery.

A Typical Concrete Tower Block in Yambol

Here you can see a typical concrete tower block where so many residents live in harmony with each other. The views from the top are great. 

Poppy Facade to Concrete Tower Block Jungle in Yambol

Poppies are so vibrant seen here as a facade to a concrete tower block in the distance. A complete contrast of nature and man-made differences.

Another Old Fashioned Concrete Styled Wall in Yambol

Another old fashioned concrete styled wall seen in Yambol which in years to come will be extinct once crumbled down. Always a pleasure seeing and recording these antique walls.

Pastel Painted Bollards Found in a Yambol School Playground

Passing a school in Yambol these pastel painted bollards took my note. I entered the school playground, took the picture and walked away. NJo surprise that you can enter schools without any security issues in Yambol.

A Modern Bus Shelter Now Common in Yambol

There used to be a wide range of bus shelters in Yambol but over the years they are being replaced by modern one such as this. a bit sterile with no character, but functional.

Overgrown Walkway and a Lollipop Styled Tree in Yambol

Deep into spring and the overgrowth of this walkway is becoming a jungle. In the distance, a tree in the style fo a lollipop is taken note of.

Decorated Concrete Walls Becoming More Scarce in Yambol

Over the years it is becoming noticeable that these decorated concrete walls are becoming more scare. They are being replaced with more up to date fashionable materials and style. A legacy of communist times fading away.

What Was a Wall and Gate in Yambol

This is what the years of neglect and weather does to walls and gates. In this time a tree has grown and matured behind the gate. Nature thriving and the demise of man-made materials.

New Tree Planted on the Pavements of Yambol

It is often the case that people in Yambol just dig up paving stones and plant trees. This is not done by the municipality but by the local community. This picture is typical of this.

Gecko on a Yambol House Front Door

It is quite amazing what you find on walls, gates and front doors in Yambol. This Gecko was seen on a front door. The two-tone colours making it look quite realistic.  

Eerie Gates Hiding a Yambol Home

This eerie looking gate hides a house in Yambol. Goosebumps showed as I passed the house, so there must be something about the place unexplained.

The Entrance of St George's Church in Yambol

Such a grand entrance awaits those who approach St George's Church in Yambol. Tucked away in the backstreets just south of the River Tundzha it heartens your soul when seen.

Spoon in the Road in Yambol (Not a Fork)

I had to laugh when I saw this spoon in the road in Yambol. Luckily it wasn't a fork otherwise I wouldn't have known which way to go.

Leaning Tower of Yambol?

Somehow this picture gives the impression that the tower is leaning. The Leaning Tower of Yambol? The Bell Tower of St. George's Church in Yambol is in fact not leaning at all, it is just a trick of the eye.

Poppies Out in Yambol

Such strong red colours from poppies that are now out in Yambol. Always catch the eye and so photogenic.

A Wooden Balcony is the Facade to St George's Church Bell Tower in Yambol

This very smart and relatively new wooden balcony gives way to the backdrop of St George's Church Bell Tower. Shame the balcony doesn't face the other way so the bell tower can be seen.

Can You Guess What This is in Yambol?

Can you guess what this is? I will give you a clue in so much that it was taken whilst crossing a bridge over the River Tundzha...........................

Answer: A simple rain draining system on a bridge walkway with the River Tundzha riverbank seen below through the hole. 

The Tundzha River Without A River in Yambol

Crossing a bridge over the River Tundzha I did expect to see the river that usually flows under the bridge. Well, right now there is no river Tundzha flowing but overtaken with wildlife's blanket of growth.

St George's Church Bell Tower Seen From Yambol's Tundzha River

This is St George's Church Bell Tower as seen from the banks of the Tundzha River in Yambol. The bells can be heard miles away.

The Riders MC 2019 Festival in Yambol

Another year and another festival organised by The Rider MC in Yambol. The poster adverting this is one of the most ranchy I've seen to date.

Grapevines Shared By Three Garages in Yambol

These grapevines cover three garages and will no doubt produce grapes for eating, wine or rakia. I am sure they will be shared by three individual owners of the respective garages.

Flowers Out in Force in Yambol

Flowers in the Yambol surround are out in force right now. Everywhere you look there is vibrant coloured flora from the local communities that voluntarily tend to the flowered streets of Yambol.

A Water Manhole Cover in Yambol - A Work of Art

Going unnoticed by many local stepping over it, this water manhole cover is quite a work of art. It wouldn't look out of place on a wall as a decoration.

Power of Nature Over Electric Power in Yambol

The power of nature suffocating an electric power outfit in Yambol. Left unattended nature wins hands down. But of course, the local council will fight back and cut back the jungle and win for just another year.

Advertising on Drain Pipes in Yambol

Opportunities to advertise never fail to amaze me. This advertising flyer seen here is pasted on a drain pipe. Commonly seen in Yambol I might add.

Bloody Kaufland - Eco Unfriendly in Yambol

Kaufland like all other major supermarkets is a major pet hate of mine. Flooding Yambol with tons of brochures advertising which is binned or thrown away as seen here in the streets of Yambol. Most are not read and just used as BBQ firestarters.

Multi-Holed Door for the Benefit of a Dog in Yambol

Every time I walk past this door the dog barks. Without the multi-holed door, the dog would not bark due to being oblivious to passers-by. The holes, therefore, are for the dog's benefit. You can just see the dog behind the door if you look carefully.