UAE - Stormy Sunset on Sharjah Corniche
Sharjah (Arabic: الشارقة) is one of the emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The emirate covers 2,600 km² (1,003 mi²) and has a population of over 800,000 (2008). The emirate of Sharjah comprises the city of Sharjah (the seat of the emirate), and other minor towns and enclaves such as Kalba, Dibba Al-Hisn and Khor Fakkan. Sharjah also claims two islands, Sir Abu Nu’ayr and Abu Musa, with the latter claim being disputed and the island being controlled by Iran.
Historically, Sharjah was one of the wealthiest towns in this region with a settlement in existence for over 5000 years. In the early 18th century Al Qasimi clan (Huwala tribe) established itself in Sharjah, c. 1727 declaring Sharjah independent. On 8 January 1820, Sheikh Sultan I signed the General Maritime Treaty with Britain, accepting a protectorate to keep the Ottoman Turks out. Like four of its neighbours, Ajman, Dubai, Ras al-Khaimah, and Umm al-Qaiwain, its position on the route to India made it important enough to be recognized as a salute state.
Canon 5D Mark II, f/22.0, 8 sec, ISO 100, 28 mm
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Robbie Swan (38 months ago | reply)
Beautiful photo my friend!!! This is an awesome looking image and the colors are really excellent!!! Top work from you!! Have a good weekend!
GT BraZil (38 months ago | reply)
Beautiful!
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Were you on a boat? How come you get to ride one??? been here for 5 years and never got on a boat! I envy you....
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Splendid ...............
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beautiful placee :D
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this is soooooooooooooo coolll
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!Genial!!!!!!!!
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Great tones.
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Impresionante!! muchas veces se acaban los adjetivos, al ver tus fotografías. Un saludo.
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Love it Lucie!
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What an amazing city scape..I love the color tones and the rippled reflection..Wonderful exposure...
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Great shot. Wonderfully exposed and composed.
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Impresionante fotografia
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great shoot! excellent light
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Beautiful skyline !
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excellent capture
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Lovely blues.
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Amazing Shot
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Great shot
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Beautiful!
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Fantastic colors and mood in this shot - great!
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Amazing light, colour, composition ------------ WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Bravo nice color and compo !!!!
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very nice shot!!
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wonderful!!!
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excellent work. love the blue hour! amazing lucie!
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what a wonderful photo ! you are great artist
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joy for eyes
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Amazing Colors !!!!!!!!
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Fantastic
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very well done!
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What a view!!