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Every year, National Geographic holds a high-scale photography contest, with thousands of submissions coming in, of man and nature at their best. These are the latest photos that have reached the final round, including the winner. They are all so incredible - it's hard to choose a favorite!
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National Geographic Photo Contest 2012!
Before you is a selection of the photos that made it to the final stages of this year's competition, and we will soon be bringing you the winners. In the meantime, which do YOU think are the best photos?
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