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Every year, the National photography contest in Russia gets incredible submissions, and this year was no different. From amazing urban shots to beautiful nature and human expression - these photos capture the stunning side of Russia and Europe, whether in the cities, in nature or among their people. |
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Melting city
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| Purple Dawn in Autumn |
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| Beauty of nature category Ocean |
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Under the water, over the water
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| Firebird |
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Continuous shot category
The Excitement of the Race |
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| Siesta |
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Natural shot category
Fairy tree
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Black and white magic category
First snow |
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| On the edge |
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Joy of travel category
Rainbow |
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Animal category
Friends |
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| Hangers-on |
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| Extreme category Life of a mermaid |
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| Under the Tail |
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Joy of parenting category
Girl |
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| Let the World Wait |
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Cellphone Camera category
Balkan Sea
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Daily life category
Heat |
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Self portrait category
All the colors of life |
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