The free-to-use photography app Agora has launched several photography contests in different categories, some of which we have shared with you. This initiative is definitely positive as it exposed us to some truly talented photographers and poignant moments, ranging from wildlife to architecture.
This time, Agora has invited photographers from all around the world to participate in its biggest contest yet - the Best Photo of 2020. Since the contest was announced on March 30th, more than 35,000 submissions have been sent, from which 50 finalists were selected for the final voting round. The winner will be announced on December 28th. In the meantime, you can have a sneak peek at some of the most striking and impressive images, competing for the title of The Best Photo of the Year.
Location: Nyiregyhaza, Hungary
Image Source: @dutkaakosfoto / Agora
Location: Mikurajima Island, Japan
Image Source: @reiko.t / Agora
Location: Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria
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Location: Fraser Island (K'Gari), Australia
Image Source: @epicworld_photography / Agora
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Location: Dubai Desert, UAE
Location: Quảng Ngãi, Vietnam
Image Source: @duysinh / Agora
Location: Omo Valley, Ethiopia
Location: Bempton Cliffs, Yorkshire, UK
Image Source: @joeshellyy / Agora
Location: Estarreja, Aveiro, Portugal
Image Source: @jorgebacelar / Agora
Location: Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida, Indonesia
Image Source: @leo.wies / Agora
Location: Svalbard, Norway
Image Source: @uglefisk / Agora
Location: San Francisco, USA
Image Source: @leemumford8 / Agora
Location: Moscow, Russia
Image Source: @sergeytolmachev / Agora
Location: Kelitsadi Lake, Kazbegi, Georgia
Image Source: @damiane / Agora
Location: Cadini di Misurina, Auronzo di Cadore, Italy
Image Source: @e.stis / Agora
Location: Dili, Timor-Leste
Image Source: @joao.galamba / Agora
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