Photo of the Month -- November 2012

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November 2012 PHOTO OF THE MONTH by Chaoying Zhao, from the 2012 National Geographic Photo Contest Trees, Yellowstone The light of the setting sun illuminates a forest burned by wildfire in Yellowstone National Park. The 2012 National Geographic Photo Contest ends November 30. Enter now for a chance to win $10,000 and to have your photo published in National Geographic magazine. Browse all entries » Vote for your favorites » Submit your best shot » Photo of the Day See a new picture every day, and download free wallpaper.   Shamans Journey to the world of Central Asia's shamans, who are called by spirits to heal bodies, minds, and souls.   Giant Sequoias Experience the President, one of the world's largest trees, as a tree-climbing scientist and his team explore giant sequoias inch by inch.   Gaza Tunnels Enter the underground world of Gaza's tunnel system—a lifeline, a death trap, and a symbol of the dream of mobility.   Birds of Paradise See majestic views of these legendary birds in the culmination of a nine-year documentary quest.   Photographing Details Photographer Catherine Karnow offers expert tips on seeing how—and when—the beauty is in the details.   Best of October See the most popular pictures from last month's Photo of the Day, featuring National Geographic magazine stories. Visions of Earth Browse through visions of the world as seen through a photographer's eye. Winter Trips 2013 Transcend the season with color, carnivals, and adventure. Then, share your favorites with your fellow travelers. NGM Features > Weekly Wrapper > Life in Color > Photo Contest > Patterns > Wildlife Winners > Holiday Lights > Pics We Love > Micro Photos > Glacier Park > Adventurers of the Year Meet this year's group of adventure innovators then cast your vote for the People's Choice Adventurer of the Year. Painting the Painted Desert Artists from around the world pay tribute to the Navajo Nation with murals and giant photographs.   World Heritage Sites Visit the lesser known jewels of natural beauty and cultural tradition among the planet's most fascinating places. If you received this email from a friend and would like to subscribe to this or other National Geographic emails, click here. Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy | Mission Statement Click the unsubscribe link above to be removed from our email program, or send your request to… National Geographic; Attn: E-newsletter Program; 1145 17th Street NW; Washington, DC 20036. Copyright © 2012 National Geographic Society. All Rights Reserved. To ensure that you receive your National Geographic emails, please add ngs@e.nationalgeographic.com to your address book now. Learn how >>