In a stark symbol of nature's resilience amidst human destruction, a watermelon was spotted growing on the ground at the destroyed central market of Kherson, Ukraine's melon capital.

Video captured on 21 September at the Central Market of Kherson shows the aftermath of shelling that left several buildings in ruins.

Despite the devastation, a small yet remarkable sight emerges – a watermelon growing in the midst of the turmoil.

Filmer @dy1px0sfosof observed: "This is the Central Market of Kherson. After the shelling, everything burned down. And here in the middle of the city is a watermelon, just a small watermelon growing in the middle of the city."

The largely agricultural region of Kherson is famous for its watermelons.

In a stark symbol of resilience amidst destruction, a video captured by @dy1px0sfosof on September 21, 2023, at the Central Market of Kherson, Ukraine, showcases the aftermath of shelling that left several buildings in ruins as a result of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The heart-wrenching footage reveals a city center scarred by the ravages of war. However, amidst the devastation, a small yet remarkable sight emerges – a watermelon growing inconspicuously in the midst of the turmoil. As @dy1px0sfosof aptly observes, "This is the Central Market of Kherson, after the shelling, everything burned down. And here in the middle of the city is a watermelon, just a small watermelon growing in the middle of the city."