Uniique System Supporting a Bench in Yambol

 A bench made out of floor panels is unique enough, but the way it is supported by two pieces of wood to a tree is more so!

A Rock, A Tree and the Number 36 in Yambol

 How many pictures in this world contain a rock, a tree and the number 36? Not many but we have that in Yambol.

A Little Fountain Found in a Yambol Community Garden

 It is quite amazing what you find in community gardens in Yambol. This time it is a little fountain. Even in a public place open to abuse this remains intact throughout. Refreshing to see unlike many other publlic places vandalised with such features put out.

Death at Christmas in Yambol

 Deaths in Yambol at Christmas are at its height. Somehow the statistics prove that more people die during this period. Reality strikes big time with this with reminders shown in the picture.

Hot Traditional Bulgarian Food Served in Yambol Centre

 Those hung traditional Bulgarian sausages look good hanging out and taste just as good after being grilled on charcoal fires! A feast waiting in Yambol Centre.

The Christmas Manger Scene in Yambol

 Right next to the Central Post Office in Yambol you will find the Christmas Manger scene. Many folk stop to look and just like me take pictures,

The Christmas Bazaar in Yambol

 Every year there is a Christmas Bazaar in Yambol and this year is no exception even though the coronavirus is still in our midst. A lot of stuff for kids here.

HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL

A Vase of Spilt Flowers in Yambol

 A giant vase toppled over spilling out flowers is an innovative design used to brighten up Yambol in the public area next to the fountains.

A Big Train Set Laid Out in Yambol

 A big train set suddenly appeared in Yambol this week. Of course, it is a funfair-type layout but void of children at this point.

A Clock from Elena in Yambol

Seen on a wall in a Yambol ho,e is a clock that is made in Elena some 100 kilometres from Yambol.

 

Fridge Magnets in Yambol

In almost every home you will find collections of fridge magnets. They are cheap to buy and that is a big reason for their popularity here. 

 

Peppers as Christmas Decorations in Yambol

 Being just the right colour for Christmas, these dried peppers are perfect for Christmas decorations in Yambol. Furthermore they can be used with food later on.

End of the Line for Fresh Basil in Yambol

 After just having the first frost overnight, it is the end of the line for this small gathering of fresh basil. However, dried basil comes into play from surplus stocks harvested earlier.

A Rabbit Ready for Skinning in Yambol

 It isn't only turkeys this Christmas on Yambol dinner tables. This rabbit is ready for skinning and will be the centre of attraction on the dining table on Christmas day.

Another Shop Bites the Dust in Yambol

 Business isn't good in Yambol as another shop bites the dust. This time it is the Euro 1 Zone which has traded for about 7 years. Selling many Chinese goods at low prices still didn't hit the mark.

Tree Stump Table in Yambol

 This tree stump is often used as a table with local children in Yambol. Also a seating area. There are many other stumps around put to good use.

Christmas Tree Up in Yambol Home

 Like thousands of other homes in Yambol, Christmas trees are up and joining the countdown to Xmas. no doubt a few more presents will appear under the tree in the coming 10 days.

Religious Icons in Yambol Homes

 You will see religious icons in many homes in Yambol. This one has a willow crown which is also common to see hanging on walls or standing on dressing tables. There are many God-fearing folk here. 

Christmas Display Never Overstated in Yambol

 Every year at Christmas time the display in Yambol has never been overstated as is the case this year. Simple, loved by all, and still flocked by thousands of families for photographs. 

A Little Chaos in Yambol Centre

 With any repairs or modernization, there is a sight (and site) of chaos all around until the work is complete. This is what we see here in Yambol Centre right now.

Cats in Boxes in Yambol

 It was raining today in Yambol and under a protruding balcony lay three boxes. In each of those boxes lay a cat sheltering from the weather elements. Cosy or what?

Healthy Garlic in Yambol

 

With warm weather and sporadic rain in Yambol recently it is no wonder this patch of garlic looks so healthy.

Homemade Garden Path in Yambol

 Garden paths in Yamnbol are usually made from odd bits of stone flags with spaces between them. This one is continuous and built to last for years to come. No jumping from stone to stone aqvoiding muddy feet in winter 

Sun Setting in a Yambol Backyard

 Seen from a backyard in a home in Yambol is the sun setting on this winter day. The vineyard still hasn't lost all its leaves just yet.

Compost Material in a Yambol Kitchen

 This is a rare sight seeing kitchen recyclable waste being collected in a Yambol apartment. Usually, all this material is dumped into the municipal waste bins in the street without a thought for recycling.

Black Soil in Yambol

 After this bit of land had been ploughed over I was surprised to see how black the soil is in Yambol.  All ready for sowing in spring by the looks.

Plastic Bottles Out in Yambol Gardens

 As cold weather and frosty nights approach the plastic bottles are out in Yambol to protect pruned rose shrubs over the winter months.

Yambol Old Station Bazaar Area

 This is Yambol's old station bazaar area where many shop and have a break in the fast food eating area.

An Indoor Scarecrow in Yambol

 Scarecrows are not just found on fields in Yambol but can also be seen indoors albeit not scaring crows in those locations.

Driving Towards a Sunset in Yambol

 A pleasure driving when the scenery in front of you is like this and the roads are clear of traffic. Heading towards the sunset knowing that I will never ever reach it by the time nightfall in Yambol.

No Leaves on Yambol Trees

 After recent strong winds in Yambol, there are no more leaves al trees in the area. It looks like winter now!