Saint George's Church n Yambol

 A wonderful entrance leads up to Saint Goerge's church in Yambol. Many services have been attended here including weddings and christenings.

Garage Door in Need of TLC in Yambol

There are countless garage doors in Yambol in need of TLC in Yambol. This is one of them, but at least this one is still fixed to its hinges.

 

Ruined Remains of a Building in Yambol

 This now-ruined building has been in this state for years. There are many other sites of similar standing unfortunately the people who had jobs working here left many moons ago.

A Weed Island in the Middle of a Yambol Road

Taking advantage of the broken tarmac, weeds have invaded and formed a weed island in the middle of this Yambol road.

The River Tundzha Heading South in Yambol

 A man-made canal sees off the water heading south in the River Tundzha. Greenery returns in early spring and after a clean-up free of plastic waste for the first time in years.

Yambol's Diana Palace Hotel Main Entrance

The poshest hotel in Yambol is the Diana Palace Hotel in the centre fo the City. Even though the pandemic remains it is still well used by the rich.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Attracts Gym Users in Yambol

 A banner over the entrance of a fitness shop with a young Arnold Schwarzenegger features to attract gym users in Yambol. Every man would like to be built like him here.

Times of the Past Seen in Yambol

 This I assume used to be the entrance of a grand house in Yambol. All that is left of it now is this rubble with a car park behind it. I thas been there like this for decades.

A Unique Wall Construction in Yambol

 Using a variety of materials this wall in quite unique in Yambol. It has had stages added to it over the years to make it what it is now.

"Georges Papazov" Art Gallery in Yambol

 

There used to be many statues outside "Georges Papazov" Art Gallery in Yambol. Now there is only one and the entrance area looks bare.

Kukeri Festival in Yambol

With many of these Kukeri stands surrounding Yambol, you can't fail to notice it is the time of the Kukeri Festival in Yambol. An exciting time for all who attend although subdued this year due to the pandemic.

 

Old Parking Zone Sign in Yambol

 There was a time not too long ago when parking zone signs were brand new as there never was any parking restriction in Yambol. Now the sign we see has aged and been battered and part of the infrastructure of Yambol.

The Catholic Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Yambol

After recent repairs, the catholic Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Yambol stands brightly in the spring sunshine. I have never seen anyone enter or leave the church in all the years I've been here.

 

Yambol's St. Nicholas Church Surrounded By Gardens

 It is not only Yambo's St Nicholas church that is visited by locals and tourists but the gardens that surround it. With many benches to sit on it is a treat to rest your legs and take in the spring sunshine. 

St Nicholas Church Seen From a Backyard in Yambol

 

Seen from a local resident's backyard St. Nicholas Church stands out in the distance. One of the most imposing buildings in Yambol.

A Children's Slide in Yambol with Just Steps

 A children's slide in Yambol with just steps was seen here, clearly not operational albeit in good condition. Perhaps Gypsies took the metal slide part away to tender it for cash at the metal recycling plant.

The Milk Dispenser in Yambol Still Popular

 This milk dispenser in Yambol is still popular I more than often I have to queue to get my milk. And cheaper than the high street shops and supermarkets!

An Exploded Shrub on a Yambol Street

 This shrub looks like it has just exploded at first glance seeing it on a Yambol street. It is thriving in the Bulgarian climate it seems.

Another Classic Rustic Door in Yambol

 This classic rustic door in Yambol has seen many decades and is worse for wear that is for sure. How many time has it been opened and closed?

Cobblestone Craftsmanship in Yambol

 The age-old road built with cobblestones goes on in Yambol. You can see the craftsmanship used here on a new road layout.

Old Ladas Still on Yambol Streets

 There are still hundreds of old Ladas parked up on Yambol streets although many just remain parked. After decades of running some just are beyond repair now.

Onions Growing in a Bottle in Yambol

 Here's something you don't see every day. A water bottle that used to carry water being used to grow onions. Looks like one has started sprouting already!

A Set of Garden Tools in Yambol

 Seen lined up against a wall is a set of garden tools no doubt about to be used on this sunny day. A mixture of old and new can be seen and like the rustic rake with the bent wood handle. 

A Misty Morning in Yambol

It was a very misty morning in Yanbool today making driving hazardous. Drivers never seem to slow down despite the dangers of not being able to stop in time if something comes out of the mist.

 

Guest Traders in Yambol

 A few times a year, guest trader open up their stalls in Yambol and this week is just that time. They come from all parts of Bulgaria albeit most stock can be bought in Yambol anyway!

St. Nicholas Church Basking in Evening Sun in Yambol

 A glorious sight seen here with St. Nicholas church bssking in the evening sun in Yambol.

Martinitsas Show Up on Display in Yambol

 It was Baba Marta Den recently and of course, Martinitsas show up on display in Yambol naturally.

Snowdrops in from the Cold in Yambol

 Snowdrops are beautiful and a shame to let them show off in a cold isolated place on the outskirts of Yambol. Along with a martinitsa they are now in from the cold and on show.

Another Beautiful Sunset in Yambol

 Whenever the sky is relatively clear there is always a beautiful sunset to watch going down. Today was one of those days, despite it being cold. The last rays of sunshine are greeted with joy at the end of the day.

A Typical English Fried Breakfast in Yambol

This is very rare in our apartment seeing a typical English breakfast on the dining room table in the morning. The only thing missing was the English bangers (sausages) which are very hard to source here.

Homemade Goodies in Yambol

 Living in Yambol, it is only a short trip to any village where homemade produce is made. A guest showed up with some examples of this as gifts. Jam, tomatoes, gherkins, cherries, apricots and of course rakia! All very welcome at our dinner table in due course.