Saturday November 22, 2008

Preparation for the Golden Jubilee

 
 
Preparation for the Golden Jubilee: A worker trims a plant at Yayasan shopping complex as part of the beautification process around the Sultan Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien (SOAS) Mosque (background) in Bandar Seri Begawan. The mosque, which has become best known landmark of Brunei Darussalam, will celebrate its 50th anniversary on September 26, 2008. This masjid is also considered to be one of the most beautiful mosques in Southeast Asia. It continues to symbolise Islam as Brunei’s official religion.
Photographer: Rudolf Portillo
Date: 17th September 2008
Camera: Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II, ISO Speed: 250, Aperture value: f/9, Shutter Speed: 1/320 sec