2015 Best photography from travelers around the world

Travel Photography transports us to different places awakening your inner-adventurer. Despite the often awful snap fast smartphone tourists’ photos, there are still some travel imagery that can take your breath away.

We stumbled upon some of the best travel photography from around the world in the Intrepid Travel contest.

“Picking an overall winner wasn’t easy,” Intrepid Travel, which judged these photos in its annual competition, wrote on its blog. “It’s like arguing why your favorite color should dominate the rainbow.”

Here are some of the best shots from travelers who get it..

Agra, India
Agra is home to the iconic Taj Mahal.

Grindelwald, Switzerland
The beauty of the Swiss Alps captured in one photograph

Padang, Indonesia
Padang is the largest city on the western coast of Sumatra

Venice, Italy
Venice as seen from a traditional gondola

Jigokudani, Japan
The Jigokudani Monkey Park is part of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Gorgeous Intricate Architecture in Abu Dhabi

Bagan, Myanmar
Everyday life in Burma

Bagan, Myanmar
Bagan is an ancient city in Burma (Myanmar)

Pentecost Island, Vanuatu
Ever wanted to bungee jump using vines? Then head to Pentecost Island between April and June

Mingun Temple, Cambodia
Colourful scene at the impressive Hsinbyume Pagoda in Cambodia

Angkor, Cambodia
World famous Angkor temple complex in Cambodia

Cooch Behar, India