Through readers’ lenses: The UAE’s beauty in landscapes

From lake to highway, readers frame the UAE’s beauty in everyday scenes

Last updated: January 11, 2026 | 08:15

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Sahana Kannappan, a Class 12 student at Indian High School, captured this view of Dubai Creek Harbour.

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A serene view of Al Qudra Lake, where calm waters and desert landscapes create a peaceful retreat on the outskirts of Dubai by Usha Subramaniam

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Captured by Suganya Shaji at Abu Dhabi Corniche, this golden sunset reflects softly across sky and sea, drawing the viewer into a moment of calm.

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CA Subhro Chakraborty, who leads the Finance and Sustainability functions at a UAE-based conglomerate in Dubai, shares his nature photography as a tribute to the timeless elegance of the natural world.

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Captured by Seema Verma, this nature photograph showcases the subtle textures and beauty of leaves.

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Dr Naveen Aggarwal captures the golden hour in Dubai, where the desert glows in warm hues as the setting sun transforms the landscape into a breathtaking scene.

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Captured by Kashif Shehzaad from the Kalba Conservation Area, this image offers a serene view of Fujairah Mosque set against the surrounding natural landscape.

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“Descending the dune, chasing the thrill,” captured by Hafi Ghafoor at Nagrah Hills in the Sweihan Desert, Abu Dhabi.

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Devam Mehta, a student of GEMS Modern Academy and a regular Gulf News reader, captures a full moon in this striking image.

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Captured by Dr Seema Bhatia, a view of Noor Mosque seen from the Butterfly Garden.

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S142, Sharjah–Khorfakkan Road, captured along the scenic route by Devika Jayakumar.

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A dazzling laser show illuminates Burj Khalifa in Dubai, captured by Abraham Jojy.

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Benoy Abraham captures mesmerising dusk at Al Qudra Expo Lake.

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Captured by Ashna Sunil, a sunrise over Muwailah University Road in Sharjah.

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An Emirates A380 makes a smooth landing at sunset in Madinat Badr, Dubai captured by Ahmed Ibrahim

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