An elevated, panoramic view of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, under bright daylight

An elevated, panoramic view of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, under bright daylight. In the immediate foreground, several rooftops are visible. The most prominent roof is composed of heavily rusted corrugated metal, displaying prominent orange, brown, and white streaks, topped by two chimney stacks, one with multiple flues. Adjacent roofs are covered with reddish-brown terracotta tiles; one features a distinct white chimney. Beyond the rooftops, a deep valley or ravine, densely populated with bare deciduous trees, dominates the midground. On the opposing side of this valley, the Monument to the Assen Dynasty is clearly visible. It consists of multiple equestrian statues positioned on a broad plinth, behind which a tall, slender obelisk-like structure rises. A wide, paved plaza surrounds the monument, with several small, indistinct human figures observed walking or standing on its surface. To the left of the monument, a large, ornate building with a rounded roof and classical architectural elements is present. To the right, a multi-story white building, appearing to be a hotel or large apartment complex with numerous balconies, ascends from the valley, alongside other urban structures. A bridge section is also discernible across the valley. The background presents an extensive urban landscape spread across rolling hills, featuring a diverse collection of buildings, including several taller, multi-story structures. Distant hills form the horizon. The sky is clear and bright blue, with a prominent sun glare originating from the upper right quadrant. Multiple white contrails from aircraft are visible, with two forming a distinct "X" shape in the upper left portion of the sky.