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14 of the Best Entries for the NatGeo 2015 Photo Contest

Ian Duncan Kids playing on the minaret Matjaz Krivic Early Snow, Thor's Hammer Laura Zirino Entering the Void D. Briggs Transcending into the mirror Lucas J.

The Best of Nature in the U.S. is Depicted in these Photos

Thor’s Well, Oregon source Thor, the Norse god of thunder, is the namesake of this unique natural phenomenon that can be described as a natural water fountain.

These Photographers Got Their Timing Absolutely Spot On!

Wonder what this rainbow did to anger Thor... 13. What type of dog is this? 14. What a coincidence! 15. She's not as mean as she looks...honestly!

Rare Behind-the-Scenes Shots of Your Favorite Movies!

Mile Inception Pirates of the Caribbean Jurassic Park Halloween The Thing E.T Coraline The Godfather Planet of the Apes Disney Mission Impossible III Hook The Avengers Dexter The Office Super 8 Casino Ali Blade 2 Parks and Recreation (tv) Breaking Bad Batman Collateral Superbad Australia 30 Rock Hugo Thor

Nature's Fury: Incredible Moments of Great Lightning.

Other gods related to lightning are the Aztec god Tlaloc, the Mayas' God K, Thor in Norse mythology, Ukko in Finnish mythology, the Hindu god Indra, and the Shinto god Raijin.

16 Awe-Inspiring Photographs We Should Feel Lucky to See

Thor's Well in Oregon, USA, appears to drain the Pacific Ocean. An ultraviolet shot of the sun. A thunderstorm out at sea in full swing. When observed from this close, the detailed structure of the iris in the human eye is visible.

These Pics Show the Struggles and Beauty of Mother Nature

Other special photos include a leopard carrying a dead monkey while its baby clings to its body and a spectacular shot of “Thor's Well”. Scroll down and enjoy this year’s incredible winning images from the Nature Conservancy contest. Related: Winners of the 2021 Nature Conservancy Photo Contest 1. 

15 Incredible Handmade Leather Creations

A leather wallet depicting a battle between Thor and Jormungandr from Norse mythology Image source: Reddit 5. Such fine craftsmanship Image source: Reddit 6. Aw! A handmade leather coin bag made in the shape of a dumpling Image source: Reddit 7. Cassette tape bags! I love it!

Hidden Natural Marvels in the USA Everyone Should Visit

Thor’s Well Location: Cape Perpetua, Oregon Image Source: John Fowler/ Flickr This enormous, seemingly bottomless sinkhole is one of the most spectacular and simultaneously dangerous sights you could encounter in Oregon.

WOW! I've Never Seen Photos This Stunning Before!

Source Is that the hand of Thor? Source A golden mountain peak. Source This is what a rocket setting off at night looks like. Source A Chinese regiment of soldiers perform a dawn time drill. Source What do you see when you look at this cracked windshield? Source This is how rain looks from above.

This is The OLDEST American Motorcycle Company

Thor - 1901 Source Thor motorcycles also specialized in motor parts, and engines, in particular. It manufactured motorcycle engines for Indian motors, as well as other companies. And for a brief period, the company sold competitive motorcycles under its own brand name.

Lightning Can Be Scary, But Also Beautiful...

In Norse religion, Thor, prince of the gods, was responsible for all thunder and lightning, which he created with his huge hammer, Mjolnir. The moment of impact: Light, electricity and fire. Risky stuff: Watching lightning from the metal encased bow of the USS Abraham Lincoln.

Space Looks Breathtaking in These Amazing Photographs

Taken at Mount Lemmon, this nebula is named 'Thor's Helmet'. 13. Astronaut Terry Virts took this photo of Super Typhoon Maysak from the ISS. 14. Taken by the New Horizons spacecraft, this is a close up photo of Pluto's moon, Charon. 15. Pluto's blue layer of haze, captured by the New Horizons. 16.

The Unbelievable Beauty of the Night's Sky...

Thor's Helmet by Adam Blok, USA The unique shape of the NGC23509 nebula gave it the name "Thor's Helmet", due to the fact it is similar in shape to the legendary helmet of the Norse god.

Feast Your Eyes: 50 Stunning Sceneries From 50 US States!

Cammerer, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Texas Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve, Southwest of Austin Utah Thor’s Hammer, Bryce Canyon National Park Vermont Peacham, Caledonia County Virginia Pembroke, Giles County Washington Tipsoo Meadow, Pierce County Washington D.C.

Baby Names That are BANNED Around the World

Thor Image Source: JB / Flickr Portugal forbids non-Portuguese names and names that are a reference to pop culture. There is an 82-page formal list that details all the banned names. For example, naming a baby Filipe is perfectly fine, but the anglicized version Philip is not allowed.

22 New and Beautiful Colorized Vintage Photos

A woman driving a sports car around Hollywood with Thor the Great Dane riding shotgun, 1961. Photographed by Ralph Crane Image source: Sébastien de Oliveira 16. Frida Kahlo on a small boat at Xochimilco, Mexico, Photographed in 1936 Image source: Sébastien de Oliveira 17.