The image captures the Monument to the Founding of Bulgaria in Shumen, Bulgaria. The monumental concrete structure, characterized by its angular and imposing design, dominates the background under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. In the foreground, three flags fly from white poles: the European Union flag, the Bulgarian flag, and another flag that appears to be a historical Bulgarian banner with a lion emblem. The flags are positioned on a pathway leading towards the monument, with dry, yellowed grass and some green patches on the hillside surrounding the structure. A paved walkway composed of cobblestones is visible in the lower right portion of the image. A small white sign with a circular emblem is also present near the flags. The scene is devoid of any people.

Up close with Shumen's iconic Brutalist

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Tue, Jun 16, 2026, 10:09 AM

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