Road to Eternity by Sanjoy Sengupta

Captured from Sultan Qaboos Street, this evocative image frames the Al Ameen Mosque against the backdrop of a winding, illuminated path. The photographer utilized a long exposure of eight seconds to emphasize the flow of light, creating a visual metaphor for the spiritual journey toward the divine. By choosing a narrow aperture of f/36, the photographer ensured deep depth of field, rendering the architectural details of the mosque with striking clarity. The composition is award-worthy for its ability to transform a familiar urban landscape into a serene, contemplative scene that balances architectural grandeur with the quiet movement of the night.