The votes for the National Geographic 2017 Travel Photographer of the Year competition are in, and it’s time to announce the winners. This yearly competition highlights the diversity of our planet through its natural wonders and inhabitants, and the winning photographs are absolutely stunning.
The judges had to review around 15,000 entries from all over the world for awards in three categories: people, nature, and cities. First, second, and third places were awarded $2,500, $750 and $500 respectively. The Grand Prize winner, also received a 1—day trip for two to the Galapagos Islands with National Geographic Expeditions.
Below are our favorite photographs from this competition.
These Record-Breaking Dogs Will Amaze You!
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These Crazy Cloud Formations Will Blow Your Mind
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WOW! I've Never Seen Photos This Stunning Before!
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Astronomy Photographer of the Year: 18 Stunning Finalists
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Magnificent Photos of the World's Last Native Tribes
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13 Incredibly Interesting Images You Won't See Every Day
Each one of these photographs depicts something you've probably never seen before!
Stunning Drone Photography of Temples Across Asia
Talented photographer Eleonora Costi traveled through 7 Asian countries and captured stunning shots of the most unique looking temples
Stunning! Have You Ever Seen Photos Captured at This Angle?
Vertical panoramas capture the true beauty of architecture. See these stunning photos here.
14 Adorable and Funny Coincidences Youโve Got to See!
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Dogs Make Wedding Photos a Hundred Times Cuter!
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See What France in the Late 19th Century Was Like
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27 Beautiful Photos of Green Nature to Relax and Amaze You
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Our World is a Place of Wonder & Curiosity - 18 Photos
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The MOST Impressive Photos of Morocco Weโve Ever Seen!
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Let Your Eyes Swim With Whales and Dolphins...
Take a look at this stunning photo collection of beautiful whales and dolphins by British Photographer Christopher Swann.
Was Vienna More Beautiful in the Past or Now? See Yourself
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Astrophotography: The Perfect Blend of Art and Science
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These Photos Are Here to Remind Us: The World is Beautiful
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What Daily Life in Ancient Egypt Really Looked Like
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18 Images That Will Make You Gasp
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Frank Gehry Created Some Incredible Buildings...
Frank Gehry has a unique eye when it comes to designing buildings. Take a look at some of his finest work.
15 Pics That Showcase the Beauty of the Underwater Realm
Check out some of the best winning images from this year's Ocean Art โSafe Under the Seaโ contest.
The Charming Features of Old Victorian-Style Homes
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100-Year-Old Colored Photos That Make History Feel Real
These vintage color photos are absolutely mesmerizing.
17 Breathtaking Animal Photos Straight Out Of a Fairy Tale
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You Wonโt Find Wildlife & Nature Like This Anywhere Else!
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This Artist Makes An Entire World Out of Tiny Dioramas!
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The Name of the Game is... Camouflage!
These confusing pictures will challenge your vision and your mind!
17 Jaw-Dropping Secret Rooms and Compartments
You would have never known that these hidden rooms and compartments were there!
History Is Brought Alive With These Colorized Old Photos
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These Soulful Photos Depict Bygone Days in Vivid Color!
Looking through these splendid historical pictures is guaranteed to make you feel nostalgic!
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These Sand Sculptures Seem Too Real to Exist! (15 Pics)
Leonardo Ugolini's astonishing sand creations will leave you agape!
These Historical Building Restorations Only Did More Harm
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These 1900s Colored Photos are the First Ever Taken
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This Macro Photography Shows a New World Beneath Our Feet
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Look Up! Take a Look at Stunning Panoramic Church Ceilings
These unique photos of the interior of beautiful churches is something I won't soon forget.
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These 17 Unique Bird Photos Reflect Each Birdโs Character
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The Unbelievable Diversity of Chinaโs Landscapes
This photographer spent an entire year traveling through remote Chinese provinces and photographing the most picturesque landscapes he could find with his drone.
These Confusing Pictures Will Make You Look Twice...
You will need to look at these pictures twice to properly understand them.
Previous Generations Sure Knew a Thing or Two About Style
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19 Pictures That Prove Your Eyes and Brain Are Lying to You
Each of these 19 pictures will cause you to linger in front of it for a few seconds trying to figure out what it is thatโs really going on in them!
16 Black-and-White Portraits That Speak to the Soul
Photographer Lee Jeffriesโ soulful portraits will stay with you for long.
This Photographer Creates Uniquely Magical Illusions
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