Reader photos: UAE shines from festive fireworks to serene sunsets
Gulf News readers capture the UAE’s vibrant beauty through their lenses
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From the dazzling fireworks of Global Village to the tranquil glow of desert sunsets, these stunning photos showcase the UAE’s diversity — blending celebration, culture, and everyday serenity across its cities, beaches, and desert landscapes.
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Devam Mehta, a student of GEMS Modern Academy and a regular Gulf News reader, captures a scenic sunrise at Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah.
Devam Mehta
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A beautiful Sunday sunset at JBR Beach, where residents and visitors unwind by the shore captured by Seema Dhall.
Seema Dhall
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The majestic Fujairah mosque, captured by Asafali P, showcases its stunning architecture.
Asafali P
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Dr Seema Bhatia captures the stunning skyline of Abu Dhabi, reflecting the capital’s modern elegance.
Dr Seema Bhatia
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N. Mahadevan captures a view of the well-organised traffic near his apartment at Bahwan Towers, Al Nahda 1, Dubai, during a holiday visit to the city.
N. Mahadevan
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Karthika Sunil captures a stunning sunset view at Kite Beach, Dubai, showcasing the city’s serene coastal charm.
Karthika Sunil
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Suganya Shaji, a homemaker from Abu Dhabi, captures the magnificent Abu Dhabi Temple — a stunning symbol of solidarity, love, and architectural brilliance that reflects stories of respect and harmony. The temple stands as one of the city’s major cultural attractions.
Suganya Shaji
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Dr Seema Bhatia captures the serene beauty of Al Noor Island in Sharjah, known for its lush landscapes and artistic charm.
Dr Seema Bhatia
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Seema Dhall captures the stunning fountains at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi — a popular attraction for both tourists and residents, admired for their elegance and grandeur.
Seema Dhall
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Dr Naveen Aggarwal captures the vibrant interiors of BurJuman Mall in Dubai, showcasing its elegant design and lively ambience.
Dr Naveen Aggarwal
Devadasan K PChief Visual Editor
Devadasan K P is the Chief Visual Editor at Gulf News, bringing more than 26 years of experience in photojournalism to the role. He leads the Visual desk with precision, speed, and a strong editorial instinct.
Whether he’s selecting images of royalty, chasing the biggest celebrity moments in Dubai, or covering live events himself, Devadasan is always a few steps ahead of the action.
Over the years, he has covered a wide range of major assignments — including the 2004 tsunami in Sri Lanka, the 2005 Kashmir earthquake, feature reportage from Afghanistan, the IMF World Bank meetings, and wildlife series from Kenya.
His work has been widely recognised with industry accolades, including the Minolta Photojournalist of the Year award in 2005, the Best Picture Award at the Dubai Shopping Festival in 2008, and a Silver Award from the Society for News Design in 2011.
He handles the newsroom pressure with a calm attitude, a quick response time, and his signature brand of good-natured Malayali humour. There's no fuss — just someone who gets the job done very well, every single time.
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