The image depicts Lenin Square in Yakutsk, Russia, on a clear winter night

The image depicts Lenin Square in Yakutsk, Russia, on a clear winter night. The foreground and mid-ground are covered in a layer of snow. Eight tall, cylindrical decorative pillars are centrally positioned, extending into the mid-distance. Each pillar is illuminated: the upper sections are predominantly blue, topped with a stylized blue double-headed eagle or similar emblem, while the main body features alternating horizontal bands of blue and green light. In the background, behind the pillars, a street with visible vehicle traffic and streetlights is present. The prominent building in the center-right background is the "Теет Бааза" (Teet Baaza) department store, identifiable by its illuminated Cyrillic sign, arched entrance, and multi-story, lighter-colored facade. To the left, another multi-story building with illuminated windows stands. Sparse trees, coated with frost or snow, are visible between the pillars and along the street. Several indistinct human figures are discernible walking on the distant street or sidewalk. The sky is dark black, indicating nighttime, with minimal cloud cover.