The town of Yambol has population of 94 345 inhabitants and it is at 135 meters above the sea level. It is situated in the eastern part of the Gornotrakiiskata valley. It is at 37 km. north of Elhovo, 106 km. west of Bourgass, 28 km. south – east of Sliven, 304 km. east of Sofia. It is one of the oldest Bulgarian towns.
The archeological reserve Kabile which has been investigated for more than 25 years. The remains are really impressive. The St. St.Spas and Alexander Nevski temple on the peak of Bakaldjik 14 km east-east from Yambol. Its construction was suggested by GeneraL Skobelev and realized with the help of the voluntary donations from Bulgaria and Russia. A favorite place of the inhabitants of Yambol for having a rest is the wood Ormana near the Tundja River, 5 km north to the town. The lowlands of Bakadjitsite are a wonderful sight for tourism because of the deciduous woods.