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In this striking aerial photograph, the tranquil waters of Phang Nga Bay near Phuket cradle an island whose shape remarkably echoes that of a whale. This natural phenomenon is captured at sunrise, with the surrounding water painted in muted shades of blue and grey, reflecting the serenity of the sea. The island itself, a lush bastion of greenery, stands in stark contrast to the warm tapestry of colors streaking the sky as night gives way to day. The surrounding cluster of smaller islands appears as a congregation of calves accompanying their resting matriarch, evoking a sense of guardianship and kinship. This image is a poetic juxtaposition of land and sea, capturing a moment when nature's grandeur is illuminated by the light of the sun, symbolizing peace and the enduring presence of nature's wonders.
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Shang yao yuan
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Nature Photography - Landscapes
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Taiwan
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Marcello Galleano
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Nature Photography - Wildlife
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Italy
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Glenn Goldman
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Architecture Photography - Abstract
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United States
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Bodo Gebhardt
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Special Category - Digital Enhance Photography
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Germany