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? |
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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
Oh, To Be a National Geographic Photographer!
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When Celebrities Met Their Younger Selves (20 Pics)
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These Extreme Engineering Projects Will Leave You in Awe
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This Street Photographer Left His Grandson a Real Treasure
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20 Photos That Celebrate the Spectacular Colors of our World
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These Stunning Unedited Photos Are Too Perfect for Words
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These Time-lapse Videos Are Bound to Leave You Speechless!
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These People Undoubtedly Have Talent by the Boatload
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20 Amazing Animal Photos that'll Leave You Breathless
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History Doesn't Forget: Rare Historic Photos!
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12 Reasons Japanese Bathrooms Are the Best!
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I Can't Believe People Go to Such Lengths For a Photo!
Get ready to see some of the most epic and creative photos ever snapped!
Incredible 3D Art Brings Life to Dull and Dreary Spaces
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These Japanese Truck Gardens Are Absolutely Stunning!
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The Gorgeous and Colorful Waves of Adam Duffy
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18 Photos You Won't Be Able to Take Your Eyes Off
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Drop Everything and Take a Look at These Incredible Photos
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Here Are 14 of the Funniest Wildlife Pictures You Will See
Sometimes wild animals can be pretty amusing without realizing it and these hilarious pictures show them at their funniest!
The Great Wall of China as You’ve Never Seen It Before
High definition drone capture of the Great Wall of China
These Photos Are REAL? Yep, They Sure Are!
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Step Back in Time With These Rare Historical Photographs
Enjoy this new collection of historical photos!
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Perfect Timing! 17 Incredible Moments Caught on Camera
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Could You Imagine Waking Up to These Rooms with a View?
Wouldn't you love to own a room with a view like this?
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.
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The CRAZIEST Images Caught on Google Street View
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In Pictures - Black & White Photography Awards 2023!
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14 Unique and Unconventional Urban Designs That Inspire
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These Thanksgiving Decorations are a Feast for the Eyes
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15 Historical Photographs Very Few Have Seen
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