The scene depicts Republic Square in Valletta, Malta, on a daylight, partially cloudy day

The scene depicts Republic Square in Valletta, Malta, on a daylight, partially cloudy day. A large, conical Santa Claus Christmas decoration, constructed with red and white tinsel-like material, featuring a golden face and blue eyes, occupies the left foreground. Its lower section includes a black band and exposed internal framework. To the right, an outdoor cafe area is visible, equipped with numerous beige, folded umbrellas displaying "Coca-Cola" logos. Several patrons are seated at tables; one individual in a white sweater is seen from behind in the lower right, and another in a green jacket is seated further back. White ornate planters holding red poinsettias are positioned between tables. The prominent background building is the National Library of Malta (Bibliotheca), a classical stone structure with "BIBLIOTHECA" inscribed above its main arched entrance. A white marble statue of Queen Victoria stands on a pedestal directly in front of the library's entrance. A red and white Maltese flag flies from a flagpole on the library's roof. The sky exhibits scattered white clouds against a blue background, with sunlight originating from the upper right.