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National Geographic Traveller Photography Competition: Winners revealed

  • This stunning shot of Corfe Castle, Dorset, presents the historic building in a completely new light - with no computer trickery. Taken by Mike Byford, the photo was a deserving winner in the eyes of the judges. Chris Hudson, the magazine's art editor said: "This stunning shot was by far the judges' favourite entry across the board not only because it captures such an amazing sight, but also because Mike had the technical knowledge to shoot it in such a beautiful way." (Mike Byford)
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    This stunning shot of Corfe Castle, Dorset, presents the historic building in a completely new light - with no computer trickery. Taken by Mike Byford, the photo was a deserving winner in the eyes of the judges. Chris Hudson, the magazine's art editor said: "This stunning shot was by far the judges' favourite entry across the board not only because it captures such an amazing sight, but also because Mike had the technical knowledge to shoot it in such a beautiful way." (Mike Byford)

    This stunning shot of Corfe Castle, Dorset, presents the historic building in a completely new light - with no computer trickery. Taken by Mike Byford, the photo was a deserving winner in the eyes of the judges. Chris Hudson, the magazine's art editor said: "This stunning shot was by far the judges' favourite entry across the board not only because it captures such an amazing sight, but also because Mike had the technical knowledge to shoot it in such a beautiful way." (Mike Byford)
  • This stunning picture taken by Gerald Robinson of a swan won in the wildlife category (Gerald Robinson)
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    This stunning picture taken by Gerald Robinson of a swan won in the wildlife category (Gerald Robinson)

    This stunning picture taken by Gerald Robinson of a swan won in the wildlife category (Gerald Robinson)
  • Matthew Herring took this photo late at night on the Parisian Metro. The image was the winner in the Urban category (Matthew Herring)
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    Matthew Herring took this photo late at night on the Parisian Metro. The image was the winner in the Urban category (Matthew Herring)

    Matthew Herring took this photo late at night on the Parisian Metro. The image was the winner in the Urban category (Matthew Herring)
  • The jagged landscape of Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah is expertly shot by Frances Davies, who won the rural category (Frances Davies)
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    The jagged landscape of Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah is expertly shot by Frances Davies, who won the rural category (Frances Davies)

    The jagged landscape of Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah is expertly shot by Frances Davies, who won the rural category (Frances Davies)
  • Brandon Griffiths wins the Action category for his shot of pro-snowboarder Matty Mo who is apparently suspended in the air at Mount Hood, Oregon, USA (Brandon Griffiths)
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    Brandon Griffiths wins the Action category for his shot of pro-snowboarder Matty Mo who is apparently suspended in the air at Mount Hood, Oregon, USA (Brandon Griffiths)

    Brandon Griffiths wins the Action category for his shot of pro-snowboarder Matty Mo who is apparently suspended in the air at Mount Hood, Oregon, USA (Brandon Griffiths)
  • This vibrant shot from inside a tuk tuk in Thailand was taken by Yen Baet (Yen Baet)
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    This vibrant shot from inside a tuk tuk was taken by Yen Baet and was one of the brilliant entries into the competition (Yen Baet)

    This vibrant shot from inside a tuk tuk in Thailand was taken by Yen Baet (Yen Baet)
  • Steven Feather took this colourful shot of Radio City after rain fell in New York City (Steven Feather)
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    Steven Feather took this colourful shot of Radio City after the rain in New York City (Steven Feather)

    Steven Feather took this colourful shot of Radio City after rain fell in New York City (Steven Feather)
  • A man looks straight at the camera as pedestrians pass him by. The image was taken by Monika Mukherjee (Monika Mukherjee)
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    A man looks straight at the camera as pedestrians pass him by. The image was taken by Monika Mukherjee and is one of the entries into the competition (Monika Mukherjee)

    A man looks straight at the camera as pedestrians pass him by. The image was taken by Monika Mukherjee (Monika Mukherjee)
This stunning shot of Corfe Castle, Dorset, presents the historic building in a completely new light - with no computer trickery. Taken by Mike Byford, the photo was a deserving winner in the eyes of the judges. Chris Hudson, the magazine's art editor said: "This stunning shot was by far the judges' favourite entry across the board not only because it captures such an amazing sight, but also because Mike had the technical knowledge to shoot it in such a beautiful way." (Mike Byford)
This stunning picture taken by Gerald Robinson of a swan won in the wildlife category (Gerald Robinson)
Matthew Herring took this photo late at night on the Parisian Metro. The image was the winner in the Urban category (Matthew Herring)
The jagged landscape of Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah is expertly shot by Frances Davies, who won the rural category (Frances Davies)
Brandon Griffiths wins the Action category for his shot of pro-snowboarder Matty Mo who is apparently suspended in the air at Mount Hood, Oregon, USA (Brandon Griffiths)
This vibrant shot from inside a tuk tuk in Thailand was taken by Yen Baet (Yen Baet)
Steven Feather took this colourful shot of Radio City after rain fell in New York City (Steven Feather)
A man looks straight at the camera as pedestrians pass him by. The image was taken by Monika Mukherjee (Monika Mukherjee)

The winners of the National Geographic Traveller Photography Competition have been announced. The stunning images range from a unique portrait of a swan to a professional snowboarder apparently floating in the air - with no Photoshop adjustments. The winning photo, by Mike Byford, shows a majestic-looking Corfe Castle shrouded by mist. Mr Byford's prize was a page dedicated to his work in the April issue of the National Geographic magazine and a trip to Utah. Take a look at all the winning photos...