Sometimes we really have to take a moment to thank the photographers who bring the beauty of the world to those of us not currently out there to enjoy it. Would we still be able to suffer the grey of urban life without these glimpses into magnificent sights like these? Thankfully, we never have to find out... |
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National Geographic Photo Contest 2012!
Before you is a selection of the photos that made it to the final stages of this year's competition, and we will soon be bringing you the winners. In the meantime, which do YOU think are the best photos?
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