Every year, National Geographic holds a photo contest, with many categories, challenging the most talented photographers from around the world to submit their best work, whether it is wild life shots, landscape, human culture, or even some random daily scene. 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? |
You Won't See Animals Like This Anywhere But The Internet
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Frozen Beauty - The Incredible Views of the Arctic!
To the human traveler, it is an other worldly sight, an ice covered wilderness stretching as far as the eye can see, seemingly empty of life. But that is not the case, as some animals claim this frozen cap as their home. Enjoy this stunning photo ser
These Incredible Photos Will Stir the Traveler in You...
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The Most Stunning National Geographic Photos!
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The Colors of Nature Are Truly Spectacular
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These Photos Have Amazed the World...
From the epic majesty of our galaxy to the pure, simple beauty of a tortoise interacting with a butterfly, these photos are wonderful.
These Photos Will Take Your Breath Away!
A selection of stunning photos taken from the 2016 National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition!
Perfect Timing! 17 Incredible Moments Caught on Camera
These perfectly timed photos will mess with your head.
10 Tips to Redo Your Interior Without Buying Anything New
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What An Unbelievable Work of Art by This Talented Builder
This video shows you, with the help of a time lapse, all the efforts that went into rebuilding a miniature but exact model of the infamous ship, The Titanic.
This Common Waterhole Attracts a Huge Variety of Wildlife
When this photographer set up a camera trap near a watering hole in Kenya, he had no idea he'd be able to capture all these rare animals!
500 Years of Living Room Design in 12 Astonishing Pictures
Admire how living room interior design has been changing for the past 500 years in 12 astonishingly beautiful pictures
2022 Dog Photo Awards - Only the Best Images Selected
This wonderful photo contest is all about man’s best friend!
13 EPIC Halloween Home Makeovers
Look at these houses all decorated for Halloween! They look brilliant, or should I say "spooktacular"?
Interactive: What Happens When We Try to Take Pro Photos!
It can seem like photography is easy, all you need is a camera and a beautiful subject. Yet these photos prove that the experts do know what they're doing!
The Best of South Asian Architecture - 15 Magnificent Gems
The architectural landscape of South Asia is brimming with magnificent structures - both historic and modern.
18 Photos Displaying The USA’s Beautifully Wild Nature
Check out 18 pictures that'll expose you to the wild and beautiful nature of the United States, which will change everything you thought about this country!
You’ll Never Forget These Unbelievable Microscopic Photos
Take a look at the amazing winners of the Nikon Small World Photomicrography Contest 2022.
The Greatest Wonders of Japanese Architecture
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Ladies, This Is How You Pose For a Full-Body Photo!
These practical posing tips that will help you look graceful and elegant in every photo.
The Wonders of Modern Architecture are a Joy to Behold
Modern architecture has gone a long way towards defining what the world we live in looks like. Here are 15 wondrous examples from around the world.
Japan's Nature Comes Alive in Gorgeous Photo Collection
The immense beauty of Japan's nature is presented through a huge collection of sublime photographs.
I've Never Seen Such Fascinating & Moving Photos Before!
Get ready to have a look at some of the most touching and fascinating sights you've ever seen!
14 Stunning Examples of Brutalist Architecture
These pictures perfectly capture the essence of brutalist architecture. Let’s check them out.
From an Unsightly Tree Stump to a Garden's Centerpiece!
If you have a tree stump in your garden that you can't get rid of, why not turn it into something beautiful?
Have You Ever Seen Giants Things & Creatures Like This?
Some things are so disproportionately large relative to others that it's enough to boggle the mind. Here are 12 very large creatures and things.
You Won't Believe These 15 Photos Weren't Photo-shopped!
Some beautiful moments are just meant to be shared, that's why I have to show you these incredible photographs. Take a look!
12 Vintage Tools That Have Stood The Test of Time
Here is a collection of some really old vintage household items that are amazingly still working properly.
The Small Things in Nature Are the MOST Precious!
All 22 of these genius macro shots will reveal the captivating hidden beauty of nature to you from a brand new, and much closer look
Feel the Solitude: These Photos of the Arctic are Breathtaking!
Step inside one of the most solitude places on Earth. Finnish Photographer Tiina Törmänen captures the vast, icy beauty of this most remarkable and breathtaking place.
These Cool Cat Portraits Really Capture the Feline Spirit
If you like cats - even only a little - don't miss these phenomenal cat portraits!
5 Mind-Boggling Japanese Gadgets
In this video, a design expert will attempt to improve five strange Japanese gadgets...
These Pics Were Taken On a 40000 Km Journey Through Europe
This Belgian photographer traveled no less than 40,000 kilometers to photograph the peaks of Europe. Take a look at his amazing photos right here.
The Incredible Sights You Won't See Every Day...
20 unbelievable photos showing amazing scenes of history, science and nature, that will make you think.
Macro Photography: The Majestic World of Tiny Creatures
Tri Setyo Widodo is a talented macro photographer who specializes in taking photos of insects and other tiny creatures. Here are some of his stunning photographs!.
The Art of Timing Photos is Mesmerizing! #9's My Favorite
A moment or two later and these photos would be ordinary photos instead of works of arts.
These Lighthouses Are Each More Beautiful than the Last...
Used since ancient times, the lighthouse was both a guide and a warning. These monuments are so sturdy, they take nature's beating without a flinch!
Could You Imagine Waking Up to These Rooms with a View?
Wouldn't you love to own a room with a view like this?
27 Wintry Log Cabins to Escape to During the Holidays
If you've already got your dream home, chances are you haven't imagined your dream log cabin yet. Have a gawp at these 27 winter wonders.
Why Is India Against Building Skyscrapers?
his video reveals the rule that is keeping India from building more high-rise buildings. Find out what it is.
In Photos: 15 Gorgeous Cities from Around the World
We have curated a collection of 15 stunning photographs that capture the essence of these cities or showcase their breathtaking sights in a single frame.
These Time-lapse Videos Are Bound to Leave You Speechless!
From the construction of the massive Shanghai Tower to the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a pupa, these videos are unlike anything you've ever seen before!
Australian Wildlife is Extreme. Birds Are No Exception
No other country has astounding wildlife quite like Australia. You can be sure their birds aren't any different!
These Photos Were Captured Just at the Right Moment...
These amazing photos were each shot at exactly the right moment for hilarious, beautiful and incredible photographs. Take a look!
A Slice of History – 20 Powerful Images of Yesteryear
This collection of rare historical photos will give you a fascinating glimpse of our past.
19 Pictures That Prove Your Eyes and Brain Are Lying to You
Each of these 19 pictures will cause you to linger in front of it for a few seconds trying to figure out what it is that’s really going on in them!