The art of good travel photography takes a keen eye, skill in using the camera and often a measure of luck. The photos on this page are chosen from our Pic of the Day as representing the best of travel photography.
Thank you to the many talented photographers and travellers who contribute.
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May 2009
Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Italy
Photo by Enrico Nunziati
We've seen the Ponte Vecchio photographed from every angle but never as beautifully as this. Here the photographer has used the twilight sky to add a luminous blue to create an image quite different to any others.
April 2009
The Durango - Silverton railway, Colorado, USA
Photo by Laura Shreck
Through the use of perspective and watery reflections the photographer has rendered this scene of the narrow-gauge railway like that of a painting. What could have been a dull wet day has been transformed into something rather special.
March 2009
Near Chapel Stile, Cumbria, England
Beautifully composed with the rows of stone walls leading the eye to the small village in the distance. This is the English countryside of folklore with green pastures and low scuttling clouds.
February 2009
Tallinn, Estonia
Photo by Maria Li
Tallinn in the depths of winter takes on a fairytale like quality that belies the harsh conditions. Shrouded in mist the extent of the capital city is contained and appears more like a small village. This perfectly composed shot shows is just how beautiful this city is.
January 2009
Lake Bled, Slovenia
Photo by Saso Skalic
As the day breaks over Lake Bled the veil of mist lifts to reveal the island crowned by a 15th century church. Perfect timing and perfect exposure combine to produce a memorable shot of this popular location.
June 2009
Venice, Italy
Photo by Jan Zabroda
Away from the Grand Canal and the crowds of tourists the small canals offer an intriguing glimpse of aquatic Venice.