A stunning world, which we find hard to see with the naked eye, or fail to notice due to the hustle and bustle of our every day lives, is hiding right under our noses. Nowadays, thanks to a huge improvement in photographic technology, we are able to acknowledge and admire this beautiful world. Below are a selection of wonderful close-up photos which reveal the weird and wonderful world that exists under our feet.
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These Stunning Photographs Are Bound to Amaze You!
A selection of stunning photos taken from the 2016 Smithsonian Photo Contest. These 20 photos we've chosen will amaze you!
Who Knew Insects Were This Beautiful? You'll Be Surprised!
Who knew insects could be this beautiful? Take a look at these stunning photos.
I've Never Seen Photos As Stunning As These...
These beautiful shots, which look more like art will undoubtedly impress you.
15 Times People Made Stunning Art Pieces Out of Quilts
Admire these amazingly beautiful and artistic-looking quilts.
Take a Look at Chicago O'Hare's New Mega Terminal
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17 Beautiful Paper Cutting Illustrations of Wild Animals
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17 Breathtaking Animal Photos Straight Out Of a Fairy Tale
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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.
Step Inside Some of the World's Most Stunning Mosques
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Australian Wildlife is Extreme. Birds Are No Exception
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In Pictures: Northern Lights Photographer of the Year 2023
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20 Amazing Animal Photos that'll Leave You Breathless
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24 Stunning Vintage Photos of Everyday Life
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20 Decorating Ideas for Hiding Unsightly Household Items!
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14 Wonderful Moments Scientists Have Documented with a Lens
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The Great Wall of China as You’ve Never Seen It Before
High definition drone capture of the Great Wall of China
Admire the World Up Close with Macro Photography
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11 Architectural Masterpieces Worldwide Inspired by Nature
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22 Celebrities Who Make Getting Older Look So Cool
These celebrities are ageless!
16 Pics That Reveal the Rarely-Seen Side of Things
These pictures show us the rarely seen side of things that might surprise you.
These Photos Bring to Life the Most Beautiful Reflections
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Telosa: 400-Billion Dollar City Built in the US Desert
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Incredible Photography: Winning Photos of the Micro World
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These Images Are Among the Most Powerful Ever Seen
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These Bathroom Sinks are Not Designs You See Every Day
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18 Photos Displaying The USA’s Beautifully Wild Nature
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Up Close and Personal With Nature: 17 Award-Winning Photos
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Magnificent Photos of the World's Last Native Tribes
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You've Got to See This Award-Winning Aerial Photography!
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21 Jaw-Dropping Optical Illusions That Make Your Head Spin
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These National Geographic Photos All Won Awards
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These Vintage Photos Shed Light on Life in the Early 1900s
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These Pictures Will Put the Awe of the Universe in You
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27 Wintry Log Cabins to Escape to During the Holidays
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These Time-lapse Videos Are Bound to Leave You Speechless!
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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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An Artist Colored 14 Iconic Film Scenes and We’re Stunned!
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