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? |
Enjoying the Wild Life of Grandfather Mountain!
Grandfather has seven environmental habitats for black bear, river otters, cougars, Golden Eagles and white-tailed deer, not to mention stunning landscapes, lush plant life and incredible sunsets!
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These animals were born with genetic mutations that make them stunning and rare wonders of nature.
The Most Stunning National Geographic Photos!
National Geographic photographers are among the best in the world. You're about to see why...
The Colors of Nature Are Truly Spectacular
Sometimes, those that differ from the crowd shine the brightest, as these unique brightly-colored animals prove.
The World of National Geographic, 2013 - Stunning!
National geographic proves once again that it is the top world authority on all things photographed and wild. Here are The Most Amazing National Geographic photos for 2013: Animals, landscapes, places and people!
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These 1900s Colored Photos are the First Ever Taken
Normally, we'd expect old photos to be black and white. Here are some stunning century-old color photographs using a groundbreaking technique.
17 Jaw-Dropping Photos of Notable Historical Events
These are the images by which we will remember these important moments for centuries to come.
What Did Our Favorite Brands Look Like a 100 Years Ago?
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These Photos Will Make You Look Twice!!
Photography is a medium that allows magic to happen, with spontaneity often producing far more interesting results. View these photos timed to perfection.
The Full Glory of a Golden Rome...
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15 Incredible Handmade Leather Creations
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Time Stood Still for These 21 Stunning Photographs
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These Vintage Celebrity Photos From the Past Are a Delight
Time for some nostalgia! Check out these rarely seen photos of old school celebrities.
These 17 Unique Bird Photos Reflect Each Bird’s Character
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These Extreme Engineering Projects Will Leave You in Awe
The world is already full of amazing structures that leave us in awe, but as the following recent projects show, we always want something bigger and better!
These Photos Will Undoubtedly Make Your Eyes Go Crazy
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These Fantastic Inventions Can Improve Everyone's' Lives!
Here is a collection of awesome inventions that you didn’t know you needed, and they are complete genius due to their simplicity. Take a look!
These Images Are Among the Most Powerful Ever Seen
Images can provoke great thought and institute great changes through their power, and these 10 are no exception. Take a look at these powerful images.
These Chinese Gardens are Like Nothing You've Seen Before!
These gardens combine beauty and function, and are places of pure serenity and unparalleled grace.
These Can't Be Real! 14 Stunning Celebrity Drawings
Artist Matheus Macedo creates incredibly realistic portraits of celebrities. Take a look at his best works.
Drop Everything and Take a Look at These Incredible Photos
You've simply got to check out these 20 powerful photographs that really do say a thousand words each!
16 Seriously Confusing Pics You Need To See Twice
Did these optical illusions make you confused as well?
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!
Magnificent Photos of the World's Last Native Tribes
Jimmy Nelson spends his life traveling the world and reminding us of where we came from, namely indigenous tribes. Take a look at his stunning work.
Learn About Photography's History Through These Old Photos
In celebration of the incredible history of photography, here are 12 outstanding photographic 'firsts' that span the last couple of centuries.
You've Got to See These Rare Celebrity Pics from the Past!
Enjoy this amazing collection of vintage celebrity pictures!
20 Decorating Ideas for Hiding Unsightly Household Items!
Some household items are necessities that create an eyesore in your otherwise beautiful living space. Transform your living space with these ingenious ideas for camouflaging ugly items.
Rare Photos From Decades Gone By Show What Life Was Like
Take a look at a collection of rarely seen photos from decades gone by. These photo show how far mankind has progressed.
These Photos Capture the Weirdness and Beauty of Japan
Japan has an abundance of beauty and weirdness all at the same time, and photographer Shin Noguchi is dedicated to capturing it. Take a look.
14 Unforgettable Marine Photos From 2022
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The 25 Coolest Movie Posters Ever Made
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A Slice of History – 20 Powerful Images of Yesteryear
This collection of rare historical photos will give you a fascinating glimpse of our past.
These Homeowners Take Interior Decorating to Another Level
Everyone decorates in their own way. These homeowners have let their imaginations go wild with surreal interiors unlike anything you've ever seen.
5 Gorgeous 18th Century Cabinets and the Secrets They Hold
These 18th century creations of furniture and mechanism take utility and art and mix them together to create something amazing.
Between Dream and Reality: Nocturnal Nature Photography
This Chicago-based photographer inserts artificial light into natural environments to create mystifying, ethereal photographs.
Up Close and Personal With Nature: 17 Award-Winning Photos
Here are some of the amazing winners of the Close-Up Photographer of the Year 2023 awards.
5 Quirky & Imaginative Homes Built On a Shoestring Budget
These homes are proof that something incredible can be created on a shoestring budget while being kind to the environment at the same time. Take a look.
15 Out-of-This-World Hotels You Simply Won't Believe
These brand new around-the-world hotels offer incredible views from some spectacular, exotic locations. You'd never want to leave these hotels.
The Greatest Wonders of Japanese Architecture
We invite you to explore the finest examples of buildings in Japan - starting with traditional temples to the newest of the new.
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.
See the 1890s Through the Lens of a Hidden Camera
These candid photos of 19th-century Oslo are truly remarkable. Check them out here.
Perfect Timing! 17 Incredible Moments Caught on Camera
These perfectly timed photos will mess with your head.
15 Photographs Showcasing Architecture Like Never Before
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Have You Ever Seen Such Alluring and Artistic Photography?
What's better than a collection of photographs of stunning locations? Adding models wearing beautiful dresses, of course!