This looks like a beautiful spot. To me, the shot looks very over processed. I'd also suggest cropping a bit closer on the lower edge. This would still include the path, but would make the shot feel a bit wider angle.
I'm not quite sure what to think of this shot. At first glance, it really grabs my attention, but when I examine it closer, it has a bit of an "overprocessed" look to me. 5
I think the overprocessing works here, with the dreamy high sat colors. In fact, I think the processing is what makes this meet the challenge, because it gives it an ethereal feel that turns a pretty scene into a treasure, and makes it just odd enough that it would be hidden behind a veil of reality from most of us. 7