What is it about mountains that we tend to always feel better just by looking at them? There’s a strange beauty in these structures and we are instantly drawn to their majesty. If you too enjoy mountain photography, then here's something that you'll love.
The International Photography Contest of Mountain Activity (CVCEPHOTO) is dedicated to celebrating the beauty and spirit of the mountains around the world. Organized by the Club Vasco de Camping Elkartea, a mountaineering club in Spain, this photo contest is now in its seventh year and receives plenty of incredible photos every year. This year, the competition has collected the works of 372 photographers from 58 countries. Here, we have featured the winnings images from the contest from 2021 that will really make you feel like packing your bags and going on a mountain trip.
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