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A full moon over Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, home to an arctic fox. Picture: Norbert Rosing, National GeographicSource: Supplied

This arctic fox was captured under a brilliant full moon by wildlife photographer Norbert Rosing, in one of the most memorable National Geographic images of 2013.

The Arctic snow of Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, provides the backdrop for the striking photo.

 

Burj Khalifa, Dubai – The observation deck at the Burj Khalifa-the tallest building in the world at 2,716.5 feet-offers a panoramic view of the flat desert shores of sea-level Dubai. The building took seven years to build and holds a number of other records, including most number of stories, highest outdoor observation deck, and tallest service elevator. For the full collection visit National Geographic Travel.Picture: LOOK/Alam

Cherry Blossoms, Japan – In Japan the nighttime viewing of cherry blossoms in spring, like these at Kyoto’s Hirano Shrine, is a special event. “The cherries’ only fault: the crowds that gather when they bloom,” wrote Saigyo, a 12th-century poet. For the full collection visit National Geographic Travel. Picture: Diane Cook and Len Jenshel/National Geographic

 

Mount Everest – A camp on Pumori offers a stunning view of neighboring Mount Everest, the highest peak on Earth at 29,029 feet. Before being named Mount Everest by the British in 1865, the mountain had gone by many names in many languages over the centuries. Tibetans call it Chomolungma, often translated as “mother of the universe.” For the full collection visit National Geographic Travel.Picture: Cory Richards/National Geographic

 

Deer Creek Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park – Most of the nearly five million people who visit Grand Canyon National Park each year simply take in the stunning views from the rim. The more adventurous descend the canyon and get up close to rock that dates back 1.8 billion years. Here, hikers traverse Deer Creek Trail, an overnight trip that’s one of the most popular routes in the park. For the full collection visit National Geographic Travel. Picture: Corey Rich/Aurora

 

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