Readers have captured breathtaking moments from across the globe, from the serene Baltic Sea to the vibrant streets of Istanbul. Here is a selection of their finest submissions.
Baltic Adventure
Liz Woolley shares a photo of sailing the Baltic Sea on Iris, an old herring lugger, inspired by a Guardian travel article. The image captures the essence of maritime exploration.
Nepalese Majesty
Fergus Drugan presents a view of the sacred Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre) from the Mardi Himal high viewpoint in Annapurna, Nepal, showcasing the Himalayan grandeur.
Spanish Evening Light
Theodorus Alfred de Haan photographs the old fortress of Peñíscola, Spain, bathed in warm evening light from the beach, offering a picturesque Mediterranean scene.
Toronto's Reopened Bridge
Alan Steel captures the newly reopened pedestrian bridge in Toronto, Canada, providing a unique view of the CN Tower from the lakefront after five years of closure due to safety issues.
Missouri's Storms
William Ash documents storms rolling in over Kansas City, Missouri, with the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts reflecting the sky's colors, blending into the natural environment.
Italian Sunset
Pieter van Stein photographs a stunning sunset from Dantercepies in Selva di Val Gardena, Italy, highlighting the alpine beauty.
Venetian Interior
Stefan Wykydal captures a view from inside San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy, offering a unique perspective on the historic church.
Budapest Blue Hour
Bryn Redman presents a blue-hour view across the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary, with the Hungarian Parliament building glowing against the evening sky.
Musical Duo in Cambridge
Christopher Quach photographs his daughter playing keyboard with a friend at home in Cambridge, UK, capturing a musical journey for two in May.
Kestrel Chicks in Hornchurch
Ursula Armstrong shares a photo of three kestrel chicks emerging from a nest in Hornchurch, UK, after monitoring the site for years. One chick is smaller but still thriving.
Arsenal Parade in London
Chris Taylor captures a view from the Emirates Stadium of the Arsenal parade passing through Finsbury Park in London, UK.
Middlesbrough Sunset
Cathy Hooper photographs a sunset at the transporter bridge in Middlesbrough, UK, highlighting the industrial landscape.
Istanbul Thunderstorm
Tasha Birch captures a sunset sky over the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey, after a short and intense thunderstorm.
Puffin Sanctuary in Ireland
Tom Spencer photographs puffins up close on the Saltee Islands, Ireland, fulfilling a promise to see these hardy birds amid biodiversity decline.
Curious Cat in London
Koji Moriya captures a moment with his youngest cat, P, intrigued by a pigeon, expressing hope that the UK will not be derailed by populists.
