Yambol Daily Picture

Crazy Footpath in the Yambol Park

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:38:00 PDT

Another picture in the Yambol \City centre park, this time of the crazy paving footpath that is well trodden each day. I like the way it is not straight which would be boring.

Old People Talking in a Yambol Park

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 07:55:00 PDT

This indeed is a common sight where the elderly gather in the park, usually under the shade and talk all day. It cost nothing after all and there are many shoulders to lean on if a moan is made.

A Plastic Shop In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 02:03:00 PDT

A business enterprise on the cheap as an erected shop is founded in the style of a plastic tent. The produce are as good as any conventional shop. Profit must also be more here with very little overheads.

Yambol Style Shade for Ice Cream

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 02:36:00 PDT

It's summer, it's sunny and hot! Ice cream melts in the sun so the most practical thing to do is shield the sun off the products. This is how it was done in this Yambol ice cream; nothing fancy purely practical!

What a Lovely Place For Lunch in Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:10:00 PDT

there are hundreds, even thousands of places to eat in Yambol, but this particular place is one of my favourites. Surrounded by greenery and away from other diners, many a rakia and shopska salad has been enjoyed there. There service however does take time as it is quite a way from the restaurant!

Candy Style Road Blocks in Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:21:00 PDT

If you want road block why not make them pretty pone might say. Well this is exactly what they have done in Yambol looking like candy. Could eat one right now but would probably break my teeth in the process!

New Build Unfinished in Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:58:00 PDT

Like many new build projects in Yambol, the money just ran out and the buyers shy away. Left to turn from new to old in an incomplete state.

Yambol's Flowing River Tundzha

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:38:00 PDT

Another view of the flowing River Tundzha that travels through Yambol. It is ever changing with the seasons and varying rainfall througholut the year.

Steps To The Local Yambol Chemist Shop

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:37:00 PDT

You would never think this was a simple entrance to a chemist shop in Yambol. Most just make their way up an down more concerned getting their medicines than noting the architecture of steps, understandably, The rust adds to the character quite well.

Rakia on a Supermarket Shelf

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 11:18:00 PDT

Rakia on a shelf in a Yambol Supermarket, a common sight. Burgas 63 is a good brand and goes well with any salad all year round. Priced at around to the equivalent £6 a good price for expats but not for Bulgarians who would rather drink their home made versions.

Batteries Recharged

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 15:53:00 PDT

I am now geared for more work on this blog very soon.

Thanks for your patience.

Block 44 In Yambol - The Entrance

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:46:00 PST

This is the entrance to block 44 in Yambol which has been posted before as a whole, but this is the entrance. If it often the case that ex-residents who have passed away are posted on the entrance doors on anniversaries. Not morbid at all, but a big degree of respect for people who used to live in the community.

Block 47 In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 11:41:00 PST

As we continue our tour of the apartment block in Yambol this is block 47 that stands proud in the complex of blocks in this area. Always greenery around these complexs which contrasts the dull gray theme of apartment block from socialist times.

A Puddled Track In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 11:27:00 PST

Although a little wet and muddy this track is trodden by many to and from work and shops by Yambol residents. It leads to the Tundzha River where it joins a concrete path for the rest of the journey.

A Bricked Up Window In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 11:01:00 PST

Far cheaper than double glazing and just as wind and weatherproof, but no light! This window on the ground level is a practical way of making this access a more secure feature. Looks are not important in this case.

A Little Apartment Block Store In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 11:54:00 PST

What you see here is in danger of exstinction in the future with globalisation and supermarket monopoly to a people who seek the cheapest goods from their poverty. The little store tucked under the eave of an apartment block is just the type of community store that ouzes Bulgaria and Yambol. Even now it is little used due to purchase power down the road at Kaufland .supermarket.

Block 45 In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:49:00 PST

This is one of the most attractive old style apartment blocks in Yambol. Block 45 in Yambol has this wonderful trellis of vines as a facade tot he building. Looks good, tastes good so the best of both worlds with the greenery planted and maintained there.

Block 52 In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:44:00 PST

Block 52 stands here in Yambol, another apartment block that sits in a area that is sought after. The light blue paint in the garage door and entrance give a bright and airy feel to the building.

A Well Used Lawn Leading To A Children's Play Area In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:37:00 PST

This particular area in Yambol is well used as you can see by the worn turf that has been well trodden. It leads to a children's play area, again well used.

A Scrap Vegetable Plot In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 11:25:00 PST

This vegetable plot is surrounded by scrap but used in such a way to give a good secure fence and boundary to the area. This is typical in Yambol where normally free space is used fro growing produce.

A Cement Skip By Children's Play Area

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 11:18:00 PST

No concern with children here when this cement skip for building was laid down. It has been there for months and is happy enough there with the knowledge that it would not be interfered with by Yambol's kids.

Block 51 In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 11:53:00 PST

Today is the turn of Block 51 in Yambol. With a slight bit of graffiti on the side, most dispise here give the impression of being a rough part of town. This is not the case as most of the recent featured blocks are in one of the best and most sought after residential areas of Yambol. American influenced graffiti get in everywhere unfortunately.

A New House Built In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:47:00 PST

For over two years now I have seen this new house being built step by step. It is situated on the south side of Yambol just round the corner from the Mercury Hotel. It was a painstakingly slow process, but the house now is nearly completed and a lovely Bulgarian home for someone now.

The Turkish Place Of Prayer In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:24:00 PST

This is the Turkish place of prayer in Yambol. The Turkish mosque was build in 1385 and was reconstructed in 1970's. This is one of the best preserved mosque's in Bulgaria and right in the centre of Yambol. It is however ignored by most Bulgarians as this is a hangover from the Ottoman rule and persecution of Bulgarian and their Orthodox following.

The Business Information Office In Yambol

noreply@blogger.com (Martin in Bulgaria) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:18:00 PST

This is the Business Information Office in Yambol where you can find out all about what is going on in Yambol. with regard to business etc. In recent years it has taken on a European flavour in facade in view of Bulgarian joining the EU. I never been in the place, perhaps I should if I get some spare time.