Street scenes and statues in Sochi on a summer morning

The image depicts a street scene in Sochi, Russia, featuring a large metal sculpture of a man in historical attire riding a horse. The sculpture is positioned in front of a commercial building with a prominent sign that reads "ТОМАТОРКА" (TOMATORKA) in large, illuminated letters, accompanied by a cartoon tomato graphic. Above this sign, another green sign reads "СИБИРСКОЕ ЗДОРОВЬЕ" (SIBERIAN HEALTH). The sculpture is elaborate, with the rider wearing a tricorn hat, a ruffled collar, and a long coat. The horse is equally detailed, with a saddle and bridle. The sculpture appears to be part of a fountain or water feature, as the horse's head is submerged in a decorative basin filled with water. The surrounding area is paved with brick-like tiles, and there are stairs leading up to the entrance of the building. Inside the building, visible through large glass windows, are tables and chairs, suggesting a cafe or restaurant. Several people are seated inside. To the right of the entrance, a sign with Russian text indicates "ВХОД 2-3 ЭТАЖИ" (ENTRANCE FLOORS 2-3). Green foliage and potted plants are scattered around the scene, adding a touch of nature to the urban environment. The overall lighting suggests it is daytime, with sunlight casting shadows.

A grey convertible Ford Mustang with yellow racing stripes is parked on the asphalt next to a curb. The car's license plate is B635EB 323. In the background, lush green trees and palm-like plants create a dense foliage. A blue road sign with a white arrow pointing upwards is visible to the left of the car. The scene is set in Sochi, Russia, as indicated by the license plate. There are no people visible in the image.

Anna Gellert

Sochi, Russia · Jul 29, 2026, 6:37 AM · 7.5k attention