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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These Photos Make Us Want to Go Exploring!
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17 Jaw-Dropping Photos of Notable Historical Events
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500 Years of Living Room Design in 12 Astonishing Pictures
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The Great Wall of China as You’ve Never Seen It Before
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The Gorgeous and Colorful Waves of Adam Duffy
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The Incredible Sights You Won't See Every Day...
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5 Gorgeous 18th Century Cabinets and the Secrets They Hold
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These Photos Are Just Gorgeous, and Won Prizes...
Did you know you can take amazing photographs with your little iPhone? Just look at these insanely beautiful winners of this years iPhone photography contest!
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Stunning Underwater Photography That'll Make Your Jaw Drop
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These Photos Show What People Had to Bear in the Wild West
These photos illustrate what life in the Wild West was like.
This Parisian Apartment Has Been Untouched for 70 Years!
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This Dark Underground Chamber Contains Millions of Shells
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21 Jaw-Dropping Optical Illusions That Make Your Head Spin
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In Pictures - Black & White Photography Awards 2023!
Check out the astonishing winning images from the 2023 Black & White Photo Contest.
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These Photos Bring to Life the Most Beautiful Reflections
These photographs are really spectacular. The conditions were exactly right for the photographers to capture these images. Enjoy the stillness here.
Ten Most Impressive Castles in the Far East
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Who Knew Stairs Could Be Such Works of Art?
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You Won't See These Rare Sights Twice in Your Lifetime!
Here are 20 rare and unbelievable sights that you certainly won't end up seeing twice in you lifetime!
Some Photos Require No Explanation Whatsoever!
Here are 16 photos, all of which speak more than a thousand words by themselves.
These Japanese Truck Gardens Are Absolutely Stunning!
Every year, landscapers from across Japan create amazing and whimsical gardens in their trucks to see who can claim to be the best mobile landscaper.
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.
This Artist Wanted to See What's in Your Fridge...
This fascinating photography project reveals what's in the fridges of different people around the world and what can we can learn from them about their owners.
50 Years This Man Built and Built.. And Here's the Result!
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Earth is a Gorgeous Place, and These 18 Photos Prove It
From the national parks in the United States, through the enchanting sights of the frozen north - these are the amazing gifts nature has to offer us.
10 Risky Roads You'd Have to be Insane to Drive On
There are some road networks that top the polls in world's most dangerous roads. This clip takes a look at 10 risky roads you won't want to drive on.
Polish Castles: Having a Look at Some Architectural Beauty
Flying above the beautiful castles of ancient Poland.
Humor and Art Collide in These Wacky Street Art Pics
Frank de Ruwe is a street artist who uses his witty and brilliant art to bring fresh life to dull and bland streets.
Make Your Home Even Better With These Awesome Ideas
If you're looking to do a spot of home redecorating, these ideas will inspire you to greatness!
These Vintage Photos Show People Grew Up Faster Back Then
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20 of the Most Perfectly-Timed Pictures Ever Taken
These have to be the most perfectly-timed pictures ever. Some are hilarious, others painful, and others will just cause amazement at how they were captured.
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!
13 EPIC Halloween Home Makeovers
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These Bathroom Sinks are Not Designs You See Every Day
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Even Grown-Ups Can't Resist These Amazing Playgrounds!
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18 Photos You Won't Be Able to Take Your Eyes Off
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These 1900s Colored Photos are the First Ever Taken
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