The Best of National Geographic 2014
National Geographic (NG), the world-famous nature magazine is well known for its spectacular photographs of wildlife, different cultures and amazing landscapes. The NG website holds a daily vote to choose the best image of the day. Undoubtedly, you also deserve to enjoy these amazing pictures from the last few months.
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Wild Swamps
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ACE Basin in North Carolina, USA, is where 3 rivers merge, forming a unique habitat for many indigenous flora and fauna.
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Bengali Bride
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In India, there is a special wedding ritual called gaye holud, where 2 fish are dressed as the bride and groom. This image was taken in the town of Mamallapuram.
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Kallur Lighthouse
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This lighthouse stands on the Island of Kalsoy - one of the many isolated Faroe Islands. This particular Island is the home of about 100 people who live in 4 tiny villages.
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Dawn Over the Temple
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A hot air balloon over the Bagan temple in Myanmar (formerly - "Burma") at dawn. Between the 10th and 12th centuries, Bagan was the capital of the region, and home of over 2,000 such temples.
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Erie in Green
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A small boat crossing a green Lake Erie, located in the north-east of the United States. The green color is a result of a population explosion of algae, caused by a spill of fertilizer from a local factory.
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Ice Giants
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These gigantic Icelandic glaciers are over 15 stories high and are slowly melting into the ever-warming ocean water. It is believed that this is the result of global warming.
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The Warmth of Love
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This pair of penguins look like they're in-love. In the background, the snowy peaks of Port Lockroy, Antarctica.
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Light Paths
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North Carolina, U.S.A. - Late at night, fireflies do their courtship dance. This image was taken by long exposure, showing us the paths taken by these luminescent bugs.
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Guardians of the Lake
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Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand - These bare trees, standing in a row along tiny islands look like guardians, protecting the picturesque lake.
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Water Palace
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Jal Mahal, (Indian: "Water Palace") is a charming palace, located in the middle of the lake in Jaipur city, India.
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Frolicking Foxes
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These kits are play-fighting. These mock battles teach them how to fight real battles, for territory and during mating season. The picture was taken by Lake Ugashik, Alaska, U.S.A.
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Desert Vagabond
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The tiny fennec fox is the smallest member of the canid family, and is native to the Sahara desert, as well as other arid areas in the Middle East. This particular picture was taken in Morroco.
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