Readers capture stunning nature, cityscapes and everyday beauty across the UAE

From deserts and sunsets to skylines and wildlife, readers showcase the UAE’s diversity

Last updated: May 15, 2026 | 17:38

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Manjula S. Dadallage captures a vibrant sunset scene at a Dubai beach, where silhouettes of people playing volleyball and enjoying the evening create a striking contrast against the glowing sky and calm shoreline.

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Adel Beheiry captures the striking Abu Dhabi skyline.

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Akash Sudarsanan captures a stunning view from the Abu Dhabi Corniche, showcasing the capital’s iconic skyscrapers rising elegantly along the waterfront skyline.

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Ajit Sheth captures Dubai’s spectacular skyline, with its soaring towers and modern architecture glowing against the city’s vibrant urban landscape.

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Ali Mazahir captures a vibrant stretch near Dubai Hospital, where Flame Trees (Delonix regia) burst into vivid bloom, reflecting Sheikh Hamdan’s directive to enrich streets and parks with lush summer canopies and green urban beauty.

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Anupam Shivnani captures an enchanting evening at Flamingo Beach, Ras Al Khaimah,

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Asad Alvi captures the Sharjah skyline, where modern buildings rise against a warm evening sky, reflecting the emirate’s evolving urban charm and architectural elegance.

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Sangeetha Nahar captures the fragrant five-petaled plumeria in full bloom, showcasing its delicate beauty within a vibrant Dubai community where nature adds color and calm to everyday surroundings.

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Chandrika Mohandas captures a serene sunset walk along Jumeirah Beach.

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Dhamotharan K captures a tranquil morning walk through Business Bay, Dubai.

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Dinesh Dhanwal captures Abu Dhabi’s downtown basking in golden glory.

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Vandana Chinchankar captures a beautiful view from her home in The Springs, overlooking a striking JLT building framed against Dubai’s skyline.

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Dr Seema Bhatia explores the stunning Al Majaz Amphitheatre in Sharjah, a vibrant cultural landmark where heritage meets performance, set against the scenic waterfront backdrop.

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Naresh Thakur Bhaya captures the Dubai Marina at sunset, where vivid colours paint the sky and reflect off the waterfront towers, creating a breathtaking urban glow.

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