2021-06-11 16:40
If you look closely you will see plastic bottles hanging everywhere. This garage owner in Yambol is obvioysly a plastic bottle lover, no doubt they come in use for something Read More
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Yambol is not the prettiest City in Bulgaria, but it does have a unique character which is now in the process of being captured by camera. What you see now in Yambol will be short lived in a world of change, especially with the EU strangling the heart and soul of Bulgaria's culture with directives and uniform regulations.
2021-06-10 16:39
This brick surround doesn't really enhance the shrub it is protecting, but it is the thought that counts from someone in Yambol who thought it would be a good idea Read More
2021-06-09 16:39
In the heat of summer, it is always nice to have a place in the shade outside to sit. This is typical of many in Yambol outside an apartment block Read More
2021-06-08 16:38
Famous for the streets that are industriously cobblestoned in Yambol. It is a hypnotic picture seen here that workers have puzzled together Read More
2021-06-07 16:37
In the midst of rubble and general mayhem of rubbish, this rose bush stands proud in blook in Yambol. Of course Bulgaria is famous for its roses mind Read More
2021-06-06 16:37
When this apartment block was built many decades ago a community sink was part of the build. There aren't many left now so this is rare Read More
2021-06-05 16:36
On the way to getting my hat off the table, I came across a grass snake. Common in Yambol, but not usually on outdoor dining tables. Sushi comes to mind Read More
2021-06-04 16:19
This mode of transport sends out strange signals. Hell's Angels aren't the type of people who pedal bicycles although this gives out exactly that message for this Yambol Hell's Angel Read More
2021-06-03 16:15
You would expect to see coaches or buses in a coach station. Well, today, when I visited, there wasn't any, but I'm sure they will turn up eventually for the waiting passengers Read More
2021-06-02 16:12
If it is eggs you want, and only eggs, this is the place to shop in Yambol. This stall only sells eggs and why not? Read More
2021-06-01 16:09
With the array of bright colours on the goods for sale on this shop stall in Yambol, it felt like Christmas had come early Read More
2021-05-31 16:06
Getting wet feet due to a hole in the sole of my sandals I was spoilt for choice when looking for a new pair in Yambol Read More
2021-05-30 16:01
It is the season for planting out fruit and vegetables in plots and gardens and the bazaar in Yambol has become a nursery to fulfill the need Read More
2021-05-29 16:10
May and June are months that give an abundance of strawberries and the time for jam-making in Yambol. This is no exception in this household where the strawberry aroma filled the home Read More
2021-05-28 16:52
When I first Arrived in Yambol 15 years ago back in 2006, I remember this obscene graffiti. It still remains for some reason. Why? Read More
2021-05-27 16:48
In this day and age of modern technology with communications, you would think that this public payphone would have been de-commissioned. But no, it is still in good working order and u… Read More
2021-05-26 16:14
Usually, the balloon sellers are out in Yambol on special occasions or days of celebrations, today is seems this one is out because it is a sunny day! Read More
2021-05-25 16:00
Spring brings about a festival of blooms from flowers in Yambol gardens. This is an example of some being cut and brought inside now appreciated on the dining table Read More
2021-05-24 16:16
Well if you are going to advertise get the biggest and tallest sign for all to see. This what Billa, Mania and Jysk have done in Yambol Read More
2021-05-23 16:37
Made out of milk and strawberries produced in Yambol, these milkshakes are the first sign of summer and went down well Read More
2021-05-22 16:38
I just couldn't resist recording the event of having cakes and coffee served up in a Yambol Bistro. We very rarely have this treat even before the Coronavirus issues Read More
2021-05-20 16:35
Summer is almost here seeing this first ripe strawberry in a Yambol garden. I was tempted to pick it but that would be stealing Read More
2021-05-19 16:17
There was I walking toward the milk machine for my weekly 2 litres of milk for yoghurt making session only to find that the doors were firmly locked! No milk today! Read More
2021-05-18 16:23
Targovska Street is seen here looking towards East in Yambol. You will always find people walking here for whatever reason and the area soon will be filled with the scent of the Leper Trees… Read More
2021-05-17 16:21
The years of service from this street lamp had had an effect on the condition. It is a well-worn street lamp we see here but it still works perfectly Read More
2021-05-16 06:33
Having been spray many years ago this graffiti of old remains in Yambol. There is no incentive to scrub these walls, besides it will just be abused with graffiti again if it was Read More
2021-05-15 16:51
It may lo0ok like an eyesore, but there is a little pleasure seeing banks falling by the wayside in Yambol. Their growth has been astronomical over the last decade stealing sites that… Read More
2021-05-14 16:28
It is not surprising that not many pedestrians are killed on Yambol roads. Looking at this cobblestone rubble on one of the streets required driving slowly to avoid car damage. Speed k… Read More
2021-05-13 16:25
As one of the sitting planks had broken, local residents took it upon themselves to repair this bench in Yambol. the new fitting is from a wall panel surplus to requirements but still… Read More
2021-05-12 16:20
These framed portraits of folk having passed away are a common sight in Yambol. Remembering dead people in this way is a form of respect to those before us although some foreigners loo… Read More
2021-05-11 16:16
There are thousands of martenitsas hanging from trees in Yambol. This tradition never dies in this age of globalism and conforming to rules and regulations from Western Europe Read More
2021-05-10 16:14
There are hundreds of obstacles that you can trip up on in Yambol streets. Here is a typical example of a raised drain caused by nature's growth and land movement in the main Read More
2021-05-09 16:11
Soon to be the venue for the Bike Festival given by The Riders, Bakadzhik is looking vibrant seen from Yambol in May Read More
2021-05-08 16:21
Discotheques are very much alive again in Yambol despite the region being code red with the Coronavirus. Read More
2021-05-07 16:55
Drob Sarma on the Menu this Easter Week in Yambol alongside the traditional lamb as the main course. always hand-made by the ladies of the household it is a great addition eaten with y… Read More
2021-05-06 16:50
+ Fly-tipping in Yambol raises its ugly head and we all know who it is, but for fear of being racist we cannot follow up and fine these dirty, unlaw-abiding criminals. Many also know wh… Read More
2021-05-05 16:19
All lit up at night is the bridge leading over the River Tundzha into Yambolk City Park. Truly spectacular Read More
2021-05-04 16:25
Probably the most colourful item in Yambol homes during Eater are homemade coloured eggs. After playing the egg knocking game they are eaten throughout the rest of the week Read More
2021-05-03 16:20
On many dining tables in Yambol is lamb served as the order of the day. It is, of course, Easter weekend and tradition bring out the lamb serving for all to enjoy. For many, this is th… Read More
2021-05-02 16:36
You saw the salad ingredients yesterday and now the complete salad with homemade yoghurt which goes on the top and of course the plum rakia Read More
2021-05-01 16:33
You can check out many Yambol kitchens and you will find these typical salad ingredients bought from the market stalls. Along with rakia, this is how it is here in the evenings Read More
2021-04-30 16:56
The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in Yambol is pristine and a popular place for visitors. Well maintained and the cleanest church I have seen to date it is a pleasure v… Read More
2021-04-29 16:37
Wherever you look there seem to be tulips blooming all over Yambol right now, indeed tulips galore! I don't remember as many last year so a bumper year it seems for tulips Read More
2021-04-28 16:13
this very neat and tidy mini garden is full of blooming pansies in Yambol. It is good that the time and effort is made tending these features in the centre of Yambol Read More
2021-04-27 16:08
One of the main attractions and significant landmarks in Yambol is the Eski Mosque attended by Muslims in the area every Friday Read More
2021-04-26 16:05
With a week to go before Easter, Yambol has a new visitor, the Easter Bunny. It is forever swarmed with folk taking pictures on their mobile phones with children having great fun runni… Read More
2021-04-25 16:58
Every year Georgi Rakovski is remembered in Yambol and a wreath is put up by his bust on the local library wall. This year is no exception Read More
2021-04-24 16:55
Rakia made in Yambol is sitting on the family dinner table in Yambol alongside traditional Balkan foods. A common situation every evening in Bulgaria Read More
2021-04-23 16:08
An unusual sight greeted me today as I saw a camel grazing on the outskirts of Yambol. There must be a touring circus close by I guess Read More
2021-04-22 16:04
I'm not surprised to see new grapevines being grown in Yambol. They are expensive to buy in the market and easy to do it yourself. These have works looking at the new buds sprouting Read More
2021-04-21 16:51
Thousands of people in Yambol will have tomato seedlings on the go ready to put out when the warm weather arrives. With the price of tomatoes in shops high, it is no wonder Read More
2021-04-20 16:48
This is a common sight in many Yambol homes, namely a freshly baked banitsa made early in the morning and tasty breakfast in waiting Read More
2021-04-19 16:32
Kostaki Popovich (1821 - 1876) was an awakener and main contributor to the Bulgarian Literary Society, on its seal the organ "Periodical Magazine" and on the newspapers "Bulgarian Bee"… Read More
2021-04-18 16:22
This is the start of Georgi Rakovski Street which is pedestrianised and leads right through to the heart of Yambol. Well used by walkers, skateboarders and cyclists. Read More
2021-04-17 16:21
This little children's playground in Yambol has been here for decades which turns it into a retro style with the time elapsed. Still as strong as it was when first welded together Read More
2021-04-16 16:25
Over the last few years, there have been outdoor gyms popping up all over the place in Yambol. This is another one in the park near the main hospital in Yambol. I hardly see anyone using it… Read More
2021-04-15 16:09
Vladimir Stoyanov Zaimov was a Bulgarian officer. During the Second World War he was against Bulgaria's participation in the Tripartite Pact . He worked as a Soviet spy in Bulgaria, for whic… Read More
2021-04-14 16:13
A popular meeting place for people is the bridge over Yambol's River Tundzha. Either end of the bridge is a great place to linger, have a coffee and cigarette and take in the view of t… Read More
2021-04-13 16:09
Heading towards Ysmbol City Centre after a long walk through the calm nature and beauty of the City Park. And always a reminder of where we are passing the fluttering Bulgarian flag Read More
2021-04-12 16:57
Although mainly blue in colour in these flowerbeds, this will be short-lived as they are replaced often throughout the year to give other colours a showing. No matter what it makes the… Read More
2021-04-11 16:52
Tree barbers in Yambol City Park have left their trademark on this tree. It looks lonely and helpless, but will thrive on new growth in due course Read More
2021-04-10 16:59
Every so often this fountain is dry whilst maintenance is being made. Today is one of those days, but it still retains a magical atmosphere Read More
2021-04-09 16:03
There are many workers that maintain Yambol City Park so it is no surprise to see healthy trees and shrubs. This bush tree is a fine example Read More
2021-04-08 16:27
Just south of Yambol City Park is a brand new footpath leading toward the town centre parallel with the River Tundzha. A very pleasant change from walking through puddle-filled potholes prio… Read More
2021-04-07 16:59
Although it looks deserted, the sports stadium in Yambol is used by local sporting groups and as a training venue and match location for the football team. It needs an uplift, but wher… Read More
2021-04-06 16:10
It is locked up currently but this entrance/exit to the sports stadium in Yambol is used often during sporting events where the entrance fee is free Read More
2021-04-05 16:09
The Empire Nightclub used to be a top-rate place for DJ and VIP events. Such a shame time have taken their toll on this place. Many a time I have danced my way through to the early hou… Read More
2021-04-04 16:04
A big residential area in the Southwest region of Yambol is The Golden Horn. Apart from the Tundzha Hotel, it probably has the tallest building block in Yambol Read More
2021-04-03 16:03
This scene of a dry River Tundzha heading into Yambol has become a common sight in recent years. Unless there are very heavy rains to a flooding point it will contiue Read More
2021-04-02 16:39
All bridges in Yambol are painted yellow and green, the colour of Yambol's emblem. This one is near and leads to the area of Golden Horn Read More
2021-04-01 16:00
Again a clear blue sky this impressive shot is of St. George's Church bell tower. It can be seen from afar with the height it is given Read More
2021-03-31 16:00
A wonderful entrance leads up to Saint Goerge's church in Yambol. Many services have been attended here including weddings and christenings Read More
2021-03-30 16:18
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 Read More
2021-03-29 16:57
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 Read More
2021-03-28 16:53
Taking advantage of the broken tarmac, weeds have invaded and formed a weed island in the middle of this Yambol road Read More
2021-03-27 17:49
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 Read More
2021-03-26 17:48
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 Read More
2021-03-25 17:28
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 Read More
2021-03-24 17:28
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 Read More
2021-03-23 17:18
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 Read More
2021-03-22 17:59
There used to be many statues outside "Georges Papazov" Art Gallery in Yambol. Now there is only one and the entrance area looks bare Read More
2021-03-20 17:48
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 o… Read More
2021-03-19 17:11
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 bee… Read More
2021-03-18 17:32
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… Read More
2021-03-17 17:28
Seen from a local resident's backyard St. Nicholas Church stands out in the distance. One of the most imposing buildings in Yambol Read More
2021-03-16 17:00
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 th… Read More
2021-03-15 17:56
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! Read More
2021-03-14 17:53
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 Read More
2021-03-13 17:07
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? Read More
2021-03-12 17:02
The age-old road built with cobblestones goes on in Yambol. You can see the craftsmanship used here on a new road layout Read More
2021-03-11 17:53
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 Read More
2021-03-10 17:40
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! Read More
2021-03-09 17:21
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 hand… Read More
2021-03-08 17:02
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 mis… Read More
2021-03-07 17:26
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! Read More
2021-03-06 17:23
A glorious sight seen here with St. Nicholas church bssking in the evening sun in Yambol Read More
2021-03-05 17:53
It was Baba Marta Den recently and of course, Martinitsas show up on display in Yambol naturally Read More
2021-03-04 07:04
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 Read More
2021-03-03 17:50
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 w… Read More
2021-03-02 17:46
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 t… Read More
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