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. |
Architecute category Supermoon |
Melting city
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Purple Dawn in Autumn |
Beauty of nature category Ocean |
Under the water, over the water
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Firebird |
Continuous shot category
The Excitement of the Race |
Siesta |
Natural shot category
Fairy tree
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Black and white magic category
First snow |
On the edge |
Joy of travel category
Rainbow |
Animal category
Friends |
Hangers-on |
Extreme category Life of a mermaid |
Under the Tail |
Joy of parenting category
Girl |
Let the World Wait |
Cellphone Camera category
Balkan Sea
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Parliament |
Daily life category
Heat |
Tired |
Self portrait category
All the colors of life |
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