Port-wine grapes thrive in dry, torrid summers on river terraces in Portugal on the Douro River. National Geographic, October 1984
National Geographic’s Tumblr blog cataloging vintage photographs of the world is something all photography enthusiasts should see.
Hailing from the venerable magazine’s archives and dating between 1888 and 1999, they comprise some of the most beautiful places on Earth shot by its photographers.
A scroll through the gallery reveals a myriad of fascinating images, from magnificent waterfalls and picaresque mountains, to iconic events and scenes of daily life around the world, making for hours of viewing pleasure.
View a selection of photographs below and browse the collection here.
Sunset view of Mount McKinley in Alaska. National Geographic, June 1956
Little Flint introduces himself, but Mother Flo keeps a protective hold around his waist. Jane Goodall extends the back of her hand, fingers turned away, telling Flo that she intends no harm. National Geographic, December 1956
St. George, Grenada. National Geographic, December 1956
Russian Orthodox Christian father and daughter take refuge on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. National Geographic, September 1972
Mushrooming parasols and dazzling hotels ring the Cannes beach. National Geographic, June 1960
Female osprey folds her wings in perfect landing. National Geographic, July 1969
A village girl near Chiringa, Bangladesh carries a smaller child while her mother cooks and sews. National Geographic, September 1972
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