This image captures a decorative display located in central Burgas, Bulgaria, specifically within the square area near Hotel Bulgaria

This image captures a decorative display located in central Burgas, Bulgaria, specifically within the square area near Hotel Bulgaria. The primary subjects are two handcrafted figures, resembling traditional Bulgarian Martenitsi, suspended from a horizontal bar. The installation features two prominent vertical poles, wrapped with alternating red and white yarn; the right pole exhibits more red at its base, while the left shows more white. These poles originate from circular, dark gray elevated bases. A horizontal bar, decorated with multi-colored fabric strips and a distinct yellow sunflower ornament on its left side, connects the vertical poles. Suspended from this horizontal bar by red and white braided strings are the two figures. The left figure is a male effigy, constructed from light brown straw or raffia, wearing a red cap and a vertically striped white and red vest. The right figure is a female effigy, predominantly clad in a red fabric dress with a white apron detailed with horizontal colorful stripes, and a white head covering adorned with floral elements. Both figures have outstretched arms, holding their respective suspension strings. The ground in the immediate foreground and midground consists of light gray, rectangular granite paving slabs, showing minor discoloration and wear. A section of darker cobblestone paving is visible in the lower right. The background features raised concrete planters containing sparse, bare trees and shrubs, along with white, shell-shaped decorative elements. A large, dark, multi-story building with a grid-patterned facade, identifiable as Hotel Bulgaria, dominates the right side of the background, displaying partial red signage on its upper levels. The sky is overcast, indicating diffused natural light. No individuals are present in the scene.