These Drone Photos Will Mesmerize Your Minds
In the age of artificial intelligence, drones are actively being used in various industries for home and commercial use. In future, they will undoubtedly be more closely integrated in our lives, from law enforcement, through to healthcare, retail shopping and more. For the time being, drones are most commonly used to take photographs and videos from angles that are impossible for humans to capture themselves. As these photographs suggest, the technology has the ability to take some spectacular and rather intriguing footage that may not have been possible to see with traditional equipment.
A Huge Catch
Panama city beach in Florida is a popular tourist destination, and in the summer it’s not uncommon to see thousands of holiday goers unwinding on the beach, with many enjoying the shallows of the ocean as well. As this drone shot by Curtis Williams proves, you don’t need to be in the deep end of the sea to have a potential encounter with a shark. This photograph shows just how close a hammerhead came to making contact, reminding us that it pays to stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
A Giant Rabbit Called Hase
Where: Piedmont, Italy
Details: You better believe this giant is known as Hase…say hi to him
Our next shot hails from the town of Piedmont in Italy. Affectionately known as Hase the the pink rabbit, this enormous sculpture was designed by a group of artists from Vienna who envisioned it to be a large area for people to climb, relax and play on.
A Giant Rabbit Called Hase
Over 200 feet long and 20 feet thick, it’s made of soft, waterproof materials and is stuffed with straw. Supposed to last until 2025, Hase is decomposing faster than planned unfortunately, and by 2016 he was already turning grey.
Downed Pegasus
When: January 13, 2018
Where: Trebizond Airport, Turkey
2018 wasn’t exactly off to a good start at Trebizond Airport in Turkey. On January 13th, one of their planes veered off the runway unexpectedly and headed straight for the adjacent open waters. Thankfully, the plane came to a stop before it hit the water, which undoubtedly would have made the experience a far more tragic and destructive one.
Downed Pegasus
The drone photograph shows just how close it came to happening, and the pilots probably considered the 13th to be their lucky day from that day on.
The Following Whale
Details: There was a huge whale following a few sailors for up to 15 minutes
Deal Breaker: The sailors had no idea they were being followed and it turned out the whale was quite friendly
A more beautiful natural shot you probably won’t even be able to find, and it’s likely that this drone photograph will serve as inspiration for many movie directors trying their hand at CGI.
The Following Whale
This mammoth whale was apparently following these sailors for a period of around 15 minutes, and after they discovered what was happening, they wondered whether they should be frightened at all. He ended up being quite friendly, and a few moments later of playtime, decided to be on his way.
The Hole in Guatemala
Where: Guatemala City
Details: The hole was formed in 2010 after the city was ravaged by tropical storm Agatha
Tropical storms often have disastrous effects on the surrounding environment, and in Guatemala City, this is exactly what happened after a hurricane pelted through its borders back in 2010.
The Hole In Guatemala
This incredible drone footage shows that gaping hole it left in the city, quite literally, which left onlookers astonished. It goes to show that we’re never quite protected from a natural disaster, even if we think we’re living on a secure spot of land.
Plane Among the Trees
Photographer: Bruce Campbell
Where: Portland, Oregon
Taken by Bruce Campbell, this photograph originates from Portland in Oregon. It shows a plane that likely went down in the area a fair amount of years ago. The forest is growing right around it, and pretty soon the space will be fully covered by greenery.
Plane Among The Trees
The plane was likely never moved or recovered, in a bid to preserve the local nature. It could also have been abandoned by its owner, and it’s likely that it has been stripped of all its important parts already.
Divers On A Mission
Where: Yellow River, China
Details: This diver is 60-years-old and made the decision to do this dive to celebrate his age milestone
This incredible photo is proof that you’re never too old to go after your dreams. Taken in Yellow River in China, it shows a 60 year old man who wished to dive into the river before he died.
Divers On A Mission
Entering into his seventh decade on earth, he thought that it would be perfect to fulfill his dream as part of his birthday celebrations that year. Courageous and a little crazy, the man now has the perfect photograph to commemorate the personal milestone.
Arizona Boneyard
Where: Tucson, Arizona
Details: With over 4,000 aircrafts parked here, it is by far the largest boneyard of its kind in the world
Tucson may be famous for its dramatic beauty and vast Sonoran desert, but we bet you’d never heard that it also houses one of the biggest aircraft boneyard of its kind in the entire world.
Arizona Boneyard
Also known as a “graveyard”, this space houses retired aircraft that still have parts for maintenance on active planes. Many have their parts removed for reuse or resale, or simply as a halfway house before going to the scrapyard later.
The Gentle Giant – Gulliver
Where: Edinburgh, Scotland
Details: This giant statue was designed and made by Jimmy Boyle, a convicted murderer, and ex-gang member. He made the giant statue known as Gulliver while he served time in Barlinnie Prison in Glasgow.
The Gentle Giant Gulliver
Who says that prisoners aren’t allowed to get creative with their time in the big house? This is exactly what happened to Jimmy Boyle while he served a sentence for murder in Edinburgh in Scotlant. The inmate worked tirelessly on a giant station known as Gulliver during his time at Barlinnie Prison in Glasgow, and to this day the remnants can be seen on Google Earth, or right here, in this incredible drone photo of his creation.
Drone-Captured Bride And Groom
Details: A unique wedding photoshoot that fits among the best ever
Fun Fact: Couple goals achieved
If you’re going to be taking wedding photographs that are meant to last a lifetime, you’re better off doing something out of the box that will always put a smile on your face. This particular couple decided to take things to a whole new level, hiring out a rooftop spot and capturing their album using a drone from overhead.
Drone Captured Bride And Groom
One of the most simple, yet perfect ways to remember the most memorable day of your life.
An Intriguing Morrison’s Quarry
Where: Chelsea, Quebec, Canada
Details: Well, as interesting as it looks, this plane did not crash but was naturally placed in the area with a few tugs in place. It was created as a means of providing divers with an interesting experience each time they went under the waters
You might look at this picture and wonder about when the plane crashed in this quarry in Chelsea, located in Quebec in Canada. In reality, the plane didn’t actually crash here, and was placed in Morrison’s Quarry as a way to give divers a unique experience in the waters.
An Intriguing Morrisons Quarry
The city truly thought out of the box with this tourism initiative, which now drives thousands of people to come take a similar photograph to the couple shown here.
Bear From Above
Photographer: Florian Ledoux
Where: Arctic ice Caps
You’d be hard pressed to see something as beautiful as this in your day to day life, and especially so if you’ve never had the rare privilege of visiting the Arctic ice caps. Taken by Florian Ledoux, this drone shot shows a polar bear leaping across the icy waters to safety on the other side, likely as part of a fishing mission.
Bear From Above
It begs the question about where these incredible creatures will go when the ice caps are fully melted in decades to come if we don’t do something about it now.
Secret Crocodile Gang
Where: Phuket Island, Thailand
Details: The crocodile escaped from a crocodile farm that is close to the bay.
Phuket is a popular tourist destination in Thailand, mostly because of its affordable nature and breathtaking beach landscapes. Most tourists prefer to stay as far away from the crocodiles in the region as possible, but as this shot suggests, from time to time one or two of them might escape from the farms surrounding the resorts.
Secret Crocodile Gang
This lone croc was last seen heading towards the bay, although he was tracked to ensure that there weren’t any nasty surprises for visitors to the region.
Peaceful Living
Photographer: Christoph Becker
Where: Saint Lawrence River – an area between New York and Canada
If living in peace and quiet is what you’re after, the space caught on this drone photograph might be a perfect example of a living situation that will work. Taken by Christoph Becker, this photograph was captured on the Saint Lawrence River, in a small area that lies between Canada and the U.S.
Peaceful Living
These homeowners clearly didn’t like the idea of living in NYC or Toronto, so they decided to make do on a smallholding somewhere in between.
Towering Shadows
Photographer: Yevhen Samuchenko (Qliebin)
Where: Black Sea Beach, Bulgaria
This photograph looks more like it could be a mural for an art gallery. Taken by Yevhen Samuchenko on Black Sea Beach in Bulgaria, the shot depicts a pair of casual strollers soaking up the sunlight on a walk with their beloved pets. From this angle, their shadows have been amplified, offering a truly unique perspective.
Towering Shadows
A philosopher might even go so far as to say that it offers an insight into the way that humans have overshadowed other beings on the planet over the last few centuries.
Not Much Luck
Photographer: Ilya Martyanov
Where: Russia
This peculiar shot, taken by Ilya Martyanov in Russia, shows an overturned truck on the highway. It would be a sorry sight on its own, but clearly the driver was having an even worse day after he realised that everything he had been carrying had spilled over onto the side of the road.
Not Much Luck
At least it fell away from (and not towards) traffic, which probably saved the city long delays on the busy highway as commuters made their way back home after work.
Mesmerizing Parking Lot
Photographer: JP and Mike Andrews
Where: North of England
JP and Mike Andrews were quick to snap this shot in Northern England after realising that this parking space was designed with beautiful symmetrical features. As you can tell, when the space is closer to capacity, it has a certain element of charm, especially when the cars are roughly the same color.
Mesmerizing Parking Lot
It’s also a symbolic representation of the parking space shortage in the UK, which is a major problem in their major cities.
Hurricane Harvey
Photographer: Marcus Yam
Where: Houston, Texas
No matter where in the world this type of photograph is taken, it usually symbolizes a devastating natural disaster. In this particular drone shot, Hurricane Harvey’s effect is shown in full force in Houston Texas.
Hurricane Harvey
Marcus Yam managed to take this photograph in the chaos of the conclusion of the storm, once this entire neighbourhood had been flooded. Life was very different for everyone in the area from that day on.
Lombard Street
Photographer: Bryan Dumas
Where: Lombard Street, San Francisco
Most health and wellness coaches will tell you that life is a windy road, not a straight line. As this particular road in San Francisco illustrates, that is exactly the case. This windy road in Lombard Street is famous for its eccentric design and lack of sidewalks.
Lombard Street
Residents probably don’t mind having to drive up it on a normal day, but after a night out on the town you might feel a little dizzy driving to work the following day.
California’s Misfortune
Natural disasters have the ability to take someone’s life as it is on any given day, and to change it completely overnight. As this drone shot illustrates, for some residents in California this was exactly the case.
Californias Misfortune
Wildfires can often have devastating consequences on communities across the United States, and it’s sad to consider that these can be started by something as simple as a cigarette butt being thrown out of a car window.
Cute Bird Nest
Where: Kalahari Desert
Details: Well, if you think you are looking at a moose head but you are wrong on this one. It is instead a large nest found in the Kalahari Desert and could be classified as one of the world’s most famous birds’ nests.
While some people might have confused this for a moose head, there’s no denying that this carefully crafted living space belongs to a flock near the Kalahari Desert.
Cute Bird Nest
After word got out about the intricacies behind this nest (and people started to share images online as they visited the area), tourism saw an immediate boom, and subsequently many people now consider it to be one of the most famous birds nests in the entire world.
A Bubbling Mission
Where: Iceland
Details: For sure, we have to give credit to the drone for this amazing piece of art as no one could really capture this on their own without their lives being in danger.
Iceland is one of the most naturally beautiful countries in the world, mostly due to its vast natural landscape and historic volcanoes. Who would have thought that a drone could be used to get such an incredible shot of one of these volcanoes, right in the heart of the natural phenomenon.
A Bubbling Mission
This photo is proof that with a little bit of risk and danger, the end result could be something quite spectacular. We applaud the photographer who got so close and lived to tell the tale
Appearing Clown
When: 2016
Where: Huntsville, Alabama
If you’re a little scared of supernatural phenomena, now might be the time to skip to the next image. In this 2016 drone image from Huntsville, Alabama, seemingly out of nowhere, a clown can be seen in the middle of an abandoned cornfield. The photographer had no idea who this person was, and when he went back to take more pictures, the clown was gone.
Appearing Clown
This is the kind of stuff that horror films are made of.
The Heights Of A Nightmare
Where: Hong Kong
Details: interestingly, this place features a lot of the world’s largest and highest skyscrapers
The industrial revolution brought with it a boom in technology around the world, and some of the more developed economies started building skyscrapers all across their most profitable cities. Hong Kong is no exception, and this drone image taken in the city center shows exactly how vast the expansion has been over the last decade.
The Heights Of A Nightmare
This photographer had to get their drone higher up than most drones are typically allowed to fly to begin with, and they were rewarded for their efforts.
Ducks Having A Meal
Where: Tuy Hoa, Vietnam
Details: The country raises more than 30 millions on a yearly basis.
A little known fact about Vietnam, is that the country plays home to about 30 million ducks on a yearly basis. This is an astronomical amount, and these animals form an important component of their natural ecosystem. This drone image from Tuy Hoa shows exactly how many of them there are in a single space.
Ducks Having A Meal
The picture was taken during one of their daily mealtimes, where they are typically more crowded together than usual.
Christmas In New York
Photographer: Bryan Dumas
Where: Central Park, New York
Most of us have dreamed about a snowy Christmas, probably because we saw it on a film somewhere, or in a television show like ‘Friends’. This particular drone shot gives you an idea of what it is actually like in New York City over the festive season, where snow is covering most of Central Park.
Christmas In New York
Anything but a chilly scene, this shot proves that even big American cities can have their charm over winter, and that a snowy festive season should definitely be on bucket lists of people from all over the world.
Science? Fiction? Or A Combination?
Photographer: Sam Cossman
Where: Active Marum Crater, Oceania
Most of us never want to be near a volcano, especially if it hasn’t erupted in some years. The person pictured in this incredible drone shot probably doesn’t have the same outlook as the average human being.
Science Fiction Or A Combination
Taken by photographer Sam Cossman, this picture was taking at the active Marum crater in Oceania, while the volcano was being studied. We can only hope that there wasn’t an eruption anytime close to when this was taken.
Drones Going Down
Photographer: Calin-Andrei Stan
Where: Bogata Forest, Romania
Most of us never want to be near a volcano, especially if it hasn’t erupted in some years. The person pictured in this incredible drone shot probably doesn’t have the same outlook as the average human being.
Drones Going Down
Taken by photographer Sam Cossman, this picture was taking at the active Marum crater in Oceania, while the volcano was being studied. We can only hope that there wasn’t an eruption anytime close to when this was taken.
Blessings For Your Week
Where: Hong Kong Border, Beijing-Hong Kong-Macau Highway
Details: The traffic along this route is nothing close to normal as back in 2010, traffic lasted on this road for over 12 days as most motorists could only manage to travel a minimum of 1 mile per day.
As this drone photo suggests, working from home as a result of the pandemic might not be the worst thing in the world. Taken on the Hong Kong border, more specifically on the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macau Highway, this shot shows a traffic jam in the area from 2010.
Blessings For Your Week
This was not your typical rush hour commute, however. The cars piled up for days in the area, and it is said that most could only travel a couple of miles over the course of an entire day.
Calm Beach
Photographer: JP and Mike Andrews
Where: Massa, Italy
Sometimes we all need a reminder of just how beautiful the world around us is. As this drone shot shows, almost with perfect symmetry, the beach does not only have to be appreciated from ground level.
Calm Beach
Taken in Massa in Italy by JP and Mike Andrews, this shot perfectly encompasses the idea that there is so much beauty around us, and all we need to do to experience it in its full force is to look up at the world around us from time to time.
A Red Umbrella
Photographer: Cezar Gabriel (Caesarpmr)
Details: The picture somehow presents an imagery of two different worlds being existence.
In this image taken by Cezar Gabriel, we are able to reflect a little on the world around us. The stark contrast in the landscape suggests the mass inequality in the world to some observers, with the lonely red umbrella showing the solitude of human existence too.
A Red Umbrella
There is a thin divide between both worlds, and the pop of color is a reminder that there is beauty all around us. Hopefully, this picture will inspire you as much as it has inspired us.
The Silverdome
Where: Silverdome, Detroit
Details: For sure this is a historic stadium as while in operation, it hosted some of the most interesting sporting events to include the NBA final, Super Bowl, an Elvis concert, and a myriad of other sporting events and international shows.
Basketball, football and music fans in the Detroit area might have fond memories of attending sporting events and concerts at the Silverdome back in the day. The stadium was in operation until the end of 2017, when its owners signed a deal with the city to demolish it entirely.
The Silverdome
This picture shows how it looked shortly after demolition began, and a few months later it was completely broken down. The local community was never the same since.
Gone Fishing
Photographer: Trung Pham
Where: Vietnam
Rural villages in Vietnam rely heavily on the fishing industry to not only sustain their own local economies, but to help boost ever growing tourism in the bigger cities. In this photograph, taken by Trung Pham, a commercial fishing boat is captured casting out a fishing net into the depths of the ocean.
Gone Fishing
Hundreds of fish are caught in this way each day, creating a series of jobs and producing high quality, fresh produce for neighbouring towns.
The Redeeming Christ
Where: mount Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Details: This historic statue was not built in a day but took nine years to be completed. It currently stands at 124.7 feet tall.
You can’t visit Rio de Janeiro in Brazil without making time to see the legendary Christ the Redeemer statue.
The Redeeming Christ
It’s not enough to simply glance at it as you fly in over the city, as the sheer magnitude of it can only be experienced by seeing it from the ground up. Until then, this nearly 125 feet tall statue can be seen in all its glory from above, thanks to this incredible drone photograph.
New Orleans – Six Flags Theme Park
Where: New Orleans
Details: The park has been closed since August 2005 after it was ravaged by Hurricane Katrina
The effects of Hurricane Katrina, which ravished New Orleans over fifteen years ago in 2005, are still being felt to this day. The community continues to work to get back to economic prosperity, and a photograph like this shows why it has been so difficult.
New Orleans Six Flags Theme Park
Tourist attractions like the Six Flag theme park have never recovered since the hurricane left the entire area flooded. New Orleans will likely never be the same again.
Basilica of St. Francis
Where: Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Umbria, Italy
Details: Since 2000, the UNESCO organization has classified the Basilica of St. Francis a World Heritage site.
A UNESCO world heritage site since 2000, the Basilica of St. Francis in Umbria in Italy is a popular tourist destination for foreigners. The site is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Order of Friars, named because it is where Saint Francis was born, and eventually passed away.
Basilica Of St Francis
Visitors see the area as a place of Christian pilgrimage, and the surrounding clouds seen in this drone photo shows that it has some mystical qualities too.
Lone Desert Man
Photographer: WhoSane
Where: Al Qudra Desert, United Arab Emirates
While the world is more used to isolation and social distancing these days, in some places this is always the case. In this desert region in the United Arab Emirates, a lone car is seen driving across a highway.
Lone Desert Man
Next to it, another set of roads splits to avoid running into the rare natural habitat in the region. This photograph was taken by WhoSane, and now lives on in infamy on the internet.
Boat Cemetery – Staten Island
This boat graveyard exists off the West Shore of Staten Island in New York City. It is a common place for wrecked boats and ferries to find their “final resting place”, before being turned into scrap metal.
Boat Cemetery Staten Island
The city has many ferries and other water-related tourist attractions, and Staten Island even has a Cultural Center and Botanical Garden on its harbor. Who says that New York only has to be recognised for its skyscrapers?
Dubai Drones
Where: Dubai
Details: Dubai is a standout region as it has design some of the most intriguing skylines on the planet
Just when you thought you had seen it all, we present you with a photo of a drone, taken by a drone. Dubai is a popular tourist destination, and drones are commonly seen perusing the city skyline.
Dubai Drones
These are commonly used in architecture and engineering, especially as some buildings reach monumental heights. Take another look at the incredible view shown here beyond the drone itself, before you move on to the next image.
Colors Galore
Photographer: Anders Andersson
Where: Netherlands
The Netherlands is one of the most beautiful first world countries, and is a beacon of inspiration for many developing nations outside of Europe. Economic strength aside, its vast landscapes are breathtaking. As this drone photograph taken by Anders Andersson suggests, even the farmlands look like they could be a painting from above.
Colors Galore
Immerse yourself in a sea of colors as a reminder of how miraculous the natural world can be. We wouldn’t mind seeing more of the colorful landscape all day.
Laguna De Cotacotani
Photographer: Alex Mimo
Where: Lauca National Park, Chile
South America might not be known for its economic strength, but it does have some incredible landscapes, regardless of whether you’re in Colombia, Brazil, Argentina or elsewhere. Chile is often underrated, and as Alex Mimo’s drone photo of Lauca National Park suggests, there are spectacular scenes to be experienced no matter when you decide to visit the region.
Laguna De Cotacotani
The park is found in the Andean range, borders Bolivia, and consists of multiple gigantic volcanoes.
Mir Mine – Siberia
Where: Mir Mine, Siberian Tundra
Details: In 1955, a team of Soviet geologists discovered some interesting diamond deposits and to date, the Mir Mine is the largest excavated mine in the world.
The mir mine in the Siberian region of Eastern Russia might never have been called a “gigantic toilet” for its many uses, but thanks to this drone pic it’s clear that it might be confused for one from above.
Mir Mine Siberia
It runs a staggering 1700 feet deep, and is renowned as one of the biggest excavated holes on the planet. The area was first introduced as a diamond mine back in the mid 1950’s, so it’s safe to say that it is anything but the one thing it might be easy to compare it with.
Rivers of Ice
Photographer: Max Foster
Where: Delta River, Iceland
The Delta River, or as it is called by locals, the Jórsá River, is the longest river in Iceland. It originates from the Hofsjökull glacier and runs 155 miles down to the south of the country. The river is mystical in a way, due to the fact that it is in a continuous state of change.
Rivers Of Ice
It is one of the most photographed areas in the country, and as this drone shot suggests, there’s good reason for people to flock there all year round.
Barges On The Dock
Photographer: JP and Mike Andrews
Where: Warwickshire, UK
As Phoebe so famously said in an episode of Friends, “you never run on a barge”. This is especially true in the barges in Warwickshire in England, as seen here in a drone shot taken by Mike and JP Andrews.
Barges On The Dock
Thankfully, the photograph doesn’t show anybody running around and potentially falling into the water, but what it does show is a beautiful image that talks to the greater commercialisation of the UK in recent decades.
Harvested Grass
Photographer: Tuan Nguyen
Where: Vietnam
If this photograph of wavy nature doesn’t inspire you to grab your nearest fluffy blanket (or pet) for a good cuddle, nothing will. This incredible sight of harvested grass in Vietnam shows the rich vastness of the local landscape and the natural treasures it brings. It not only results in job creation, but helps to boost the local economy too. The region also makes for a beautiful artistic scene, as this picture by Tuan Nguyen confirms.
Harvested Grass
If this photograph of wavy nature doesn’t inspire you to grab your nearest fluffy blanket (or pet) for a good cuddle, nothing will. This incredible sight of harvested grass in Vietnam shows the rich vastness of the local landscape and the natural treasures it brings. It not only results in job creation, but helps to boost the local economy too. The region also makes for a beautiful artistic scene, as this picture by Tuan Nguyen confirms.
El Nino – Bad Boy
Photographer: Duncan Sinfield
Where: California
El Niño refers to a weather pattern change brought on by global warming. As temperatures rise across the Equatorial Pacific, severe natural disasters have ravaged through regions like California. As this photograph by Duncan Sinfield shows, damage to property from resulting floods, landslides and coastal erosion can typically cause a lot of disruption.
El Nino Bad Boy
Southern California is particularly prone to its devastating effects of El Niño, reminding us that environmentally conscious living is more important now than it has ever been.
Interesting Fortifications
Photograph Credit: Amos Chapple
Where: Fort Bourtange, Holland
Don’t worry, you’re not looking at the home of a modern day dictator. Fort Bourtange in the Netherlands was built by long-gone William the Silent all the way back in the late 16th century. Originally it was meant to control the road between Germany and Spain controlled Groningen.
Interesting Fortifications
It was eventually turned into a village in 1851 and now acts as a historical museum. Thanks to this picture taken by Amos Chapple, we all get to marvel at its beauty.
A Careless Fella
Where: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Details: Standing at over 1,250 feet, this man decided to climb the summit of the Morro dos Cabritos – he sure has heart!
If you’re going to be walking across a tightrope on any skyline in the world, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil should be one of the potential areas on your list.
A Careless Fella
Known for its illustrious beachfront and beautiful skyline, the man in this picture felt so strongly about this that he decided to do so. As the picture shows, he was suspended over 1250 feet in the air after climbing the summit of the Morro dos Cabritos. We can only hope he made it safely to the other side.
A World Cup Finale
Photograph Credit: Svetlin Marinoxv
Where: Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The 2014 Soccer World Cup was very memorable for the host nation Brazil, but perhaps not for the reasons they imagined. The local team ended up in fourth place, with Germany taking the trophy after defeating Argentina in the final.
A World Cup Finale
That didn’t stop them from putting on a show during the last match of the tournament however, and as this drone picture suggests, it was a spectacular site to behold from the ground, or up in the air.
Flying Crow
Photograph Credit: Dendi Pratama
Where: Bali Barat National Park, Indonesia
Some animals might be scared of drones, but others are a little more curious. As this photograph taken by Dendi Pratama in Barat National Park in Indonesia suggests, this falcon wanted to take a closer look at this mysterious flying object.
Flying Crow
The result was this incredible photograph documenting the wingspan of the bird, with a view of the beautiful park below. Like creating lighting in a bottle, sometimes all the right elements alight at the same time.
A Lone Predator
Photograph Credit: Bachir Moukarzel
Details: We all must be thinking the same thing – what is going through this lion’s mind as he stares at the drone.
If this image doesn’t stir up memories of Simba from The Lion King, nothing will. Photographer Bachir Moukarzel gets all the credit for this amazing drone shot of a lion looking curiously at the piece of tech flying above its head.
A Lone Predator
A picture like this would have required pinpoint accuracy in terms of timing, and if it hovered a little too close to the animal, it may have been the last image ever taken by the drone.
Fright Of The Lightning
Photograph Credit: Pete DeMarco
Where: Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Talk about an incredible shot! Pete DeMarco takes all the credit for this amazing photo of the Kuala Lumpur skyline during a thunderstorm. His drone captured the Malaysian capital in all its glory right at the moment when a lightning strike came thundering down in the area.
Fright Of The Lightning
It’s a miracle that the drone managed to fly in these wet and windy conditions, and this is yet another example of the high risk, high reward approach.
Night-Life In The City
Photograph Credit: Tuan Nguyen
Where: Saigon, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is the biggest and most populous city in all of Vietnam. Formerly known as Saigon, this touristic hub attracts millions of visitors each year, and is renowned for being an economic hub in the region.
Night Life In The City
Photographer Tuan Nguyen wanted to capture what happens to the city when everyone is done working for the day, and as the drone shot suggests, the city boasts an incredible buzz at night time as well.
Kraken Hole
Where: Lake Berryessa, California
Details: This hole found in California is also known to many as “The Glory Hole” and is a spillway that comes into action whenever the water levels rise. When the water pours down, it goes about 100 feet deep into the Putah Creek.
This is the kind of photo that can only be captured by a drone, and we’re so glad that it happened. This particular spillway, located in Lake Berryessa in California, usually shows up when there has been an increase in rain, or if there is a severe thunderstorm.
Kraken Hole
The result is a hole that drops about a hundred feet down that we’re sure nobody has ever wanted to willingly fall into. This shot is proof that nature works in such mysterious ways.
Rocky Coast
Photograph Credit: Jonathan Payet – Dronecopters
Where: Reunion Island
Jonathan Payet is responsible for this beautiful drone shot taken on Réunion Island in France. The area, known for its volcanic landmark (the Piton de la Fournaise), coral reefs and immaculate beaches, provides surprises at every turn.
Rocky Coast
Seen here is the popular coastline, with some of the rocks illuminated due to exposure to algae from the water. It almost looks like a painter took their brush through an original, which gives the scene somewhat of a melancholy flair too.
Time for a Bath
Photograph Credit: Martin Sanchez
Where: Tanzania
Drone photographers love any opportunity to photograph African animals in the wild, and this particular shot shows exactly why. Taken during “bathtime” in a reserve in Tanzania, this picture shows Hippos in one of their most notorious rituals within their own community.
Time For A Bath
Martin Sanchez probably couldn’t believe his luck when he came about this bloat, who were likely totally unbothered by the sound of the drone overhead. That might have something to do with their bulletproof skin.
Time For A Trim
Photograph Credit: Jerome Courtial
Where: France
From the ground, the act of harvesting on a farm might seem somewhat tedious, and very much repetitive. The purple color in this French farm could make it a more interesting experience, but the real magic happens when the work is filmed from high up in the sky.
Time For A Trim
As this drone picture shows, the farmer could have written practically anything into the farmlands if he moved his tractor in a specific way. Wouldn’t this be a fascinating way to try and make contact with life on other planets?
The Roadways
Photograph Credit: Bryan Dumas
Where: Atlanta, United States
As this picture taken by Bryan Dumas suggests, cities are the combination of intricate roads alongside practical skyscrapers and other buildings. This shot hails in Atlanta, and shows just how intricate highway systems in the United States are.
The Roadways
While a road like Germany’s autobahn might be impressive for its 8,192 mile length, these roads grab your attention for the way they weave together with one another, creating a larger system that feeds into the day-to-day lives of millions.
Winter Sports
Photograph Credit: Jacek Deneka
Where: Ski Racing Festival “Bieg Piastow” Competition, Poland
Winter sports are big business in Europe, and Poland is no exception. This drone photograph captures the action at the Bieg Piastów ski racing festival in the region, where athletes from all over the Nordic region come together to battle it out for a position on the winning podium.
Winter Sports
While it might be a more adrenaline pumping experience watching the race on ground level, from up above it does help to discern who is closer to taking the trophy, and who is being left behind.
Big Buddha
Where: Ushiku, Japan
Details: The Big Buddha is one of the three tallest statues in the world and was built as a recognition of Shinran, the co-founder of the “True Pure Land School”.
Japan has long been an important place in the buddhist practice, with monks from all over the world travelling to the region often to further their studies in the field.
Big Buddha
Ushiku hosts one of the most memorable Buddha statues in the world, measuring up as one of the three biggest statues on the entire planet. While many tourists like to have their photograph taken here, this unforgettable view from over the right shoulder of the statue is something only a drone can give you.
Wandering Field
Photograph Credit: Mauro Pagliai
Where: Italy
Some natural landscapes are breathtaking on one end, but hard to understand on the other. This shot, taken by Mauro Pagliai in Italy, fits the bill. It showcases a large open field, with luscious greenery spanning for as far as the eye can see.
Wandering Field
It also houses a small forest right in the middle, which could be the perfect place to build a holiday cabin, especially if you’re looking for some privacy and time away from the hustle and bustle of the modern world. How did it end up like this? That’s a secret only nature knows.
Conquering The Fog
Where: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Details: Standing at 828 meters high, the Burj Khalifa is the world’s tallest building
It’s no secret that Dubai boasts some of the most incredible skyscrapers, especially when you compare it to other economically prosperous cities. The UAE is renowned for its architectural genius, which is perfectly summed up with this shot of the Burj Khalifa, a building that is almost one kilometer high.
Conquering The Fog
We can only imagine that being as high up as that will feel somewhat like being inside an airplane. Even if that isn’t the case, the view is simply majestic.
Water Lilies
Where: Mekong Delta, Vietnam
Details: Interestingly, the water lilies found in the Mekong Delta, including the wild ones, are usually white some dark pink ones are also planted as a means of economic benefits.
Water lilies look good inside any vase, but have you ever seen them in their natural habitat? This drone picture captures them in all their glory in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam.
Water Lilies
Most of these lilies are white, but as a result of consumer demand, the locals have continued to plant and harvest pink alternatives. These tend to sell better with foreigners, offering the region a unique natural selling point that few others can offer.
School Yard
Photograph Credit: Tomas Van Houtryve
Where: El Dorado County, California
If you thought a schoolyard bully looked scary in person, you might not want to see them from this angle. At least everyone in this picture is larger than life! Because of the angle of the drone, everyone’s shadows can be seen clearly.
School Yard
Photographer Tomas Van Houtryve truly captured the sentiment of the groups and cliques shown on the hit movie The Breakfast Club, and the photo itself could be a case study for how people socialise in various groups.
Bird Nest
Photograph Credit: James Junda
Where: Frenchtown, Montana
From this angle, this bird’s nest looks a lot like a dinosaur nest. You’d even be led to believe that those eggs are bigger than your two fists combined. Taken by James Junda in Frenchtown in Montana, this picture shows how easy it can be to play with different perspectives using a drone.
Bird Nest
Regardless of the size of the nest, the fact that we can take pictures from these angles is nothing short of a modern technological miracle.
Small Town
Photograph Credit: Justen Soule
Where: Dorothy, Alberta, Canada
Just like in America, Canada also has its share of small and rural towns around the country. This drone photograph captured one of those towns, aptly called Dorothy, in Alberta. Justen Soule was perhaps taking this picture to show the vast landscape in the region, only to find that it tells a deeper story about the isolated human experience.
Small Town
It also reminds us that in the grander scheme of things, we’re a very small part of this incredible landscape we’re lucky to call home.
Cat Island:
Where: Unknown Location
As the specific location of this island is not specified, we can’t be 100% convinced that this drone shot is authentic. If it was, it would be simply puuuuurfect for any cat lovers. The island was clearly designed by a visionary with a knack for creativity and a good sense of humor too.
Cat Island
Perhaps it was an homage to a long lost pet, or an act of love towards a cat lover. Either way, this image leaves us with a lot of curiosity.
Saddest Apocalyptic Sighting
Photograph Credit: Hussein Malla
Where: Seaport of Beirut, Lebanon
It’s never nice to see images of devastation around the world. Hussein Malla confirmed this when he captured this drone shot of the situation in the seaport of Beirut in Lebanon. For a city that is situated on the picturesque Medditerannean coast, it’s a real shame to have to go through such destruction.
Saddest Apocalyptic Sighting
Beirut is called the Paris of the Middle East with good reason, and hopefully more people will be able to travel to the region soon to be able to experience its vast beauty.
Colors Of Beauty
Photograph Credit: Martin Sanchez – Zekedrone
Where: USA’s East Coast
The changing of the seasons can be one of the most beautiful nature wonders of our world, and as this drone pic suggests, being there to see it happen can be a majestic experience. Martin Sanchez captured this incredible photo on the East Coast of the United States, in a forest region known for its various species of trees.
Colors Of Beauty
These trees change color at different times, so you’re bound to see something different whenever you visit the area.
Field Face
Photograph Credit: Photographersworld
Where: Grain Field, Germany
No, this isn’t the work of CGI experts who are putting the final touches on a blockbuster movie in Hollywood. In this incredible shot taken by Photographersworld, a man’s face can be seen in nature in a grain field in Germany.
Field Face
Similarly to when you see shapes in your coffee or tea cup, this image might be part of a deeper meaning or symbol presented by the natural world around us. Perhaps, we’re meant to remember that nature is old, wise and as connected to humans as they are to each other.
Forestry Winter
Photograph Credit: Photographers World
Details: In the 2018 Dronestagram competition, this amazing photo was placed 7th out of all the submissions
For many Americans, the festive season drums up visions of a snowy Christmas. For those that don’t live in an area where this is possible, this amazing drone photo should help to give a sense of what it’s like.
Forestry Winter
This shot placed in the Top 10 in the 2018 Dronestagram competition, which showcased some of the best drone photography from around the world. It’s easy to see why this incredible forest drew the eyes and attention of the judges.
Field Of Salt
Photograph Credit: Trung Pham
Where: Hon Khoi, Vietnam
Some of the most phenomenal drone shots in the world have come out of Vietnam, and this picture from Hon Khoi is no different. Taken by photographer Trung Pham, this shot showcases a salt field, where workers are actively mining the mineral. As it’s not possible to see how deep the water is, the picture provides the illusion that these people are walking on water.
Field Of Salt
Thanks to their hard work, the local economy is stimulated, and tourists are able to enjoy salted food on vacation.
Candlelights On The River
Photograph Credit: Tuan Nguyen
Where: Nhu Y river, Hue City, Vietnam
Although it might not look like it on first glance, this photograph has less to do with creating a romantic setting (as you might have expected in the West), and more to do with a cultural ritual. Tuan Nguyen captured this incredible shot of the candlelit Nhu Y river in Hue City, Vietnam.
Candlelights On The River
Traditionally, these ceremonies are symbolic gestures, often related to healing from and grieving a relative that has passed away. They draw a lot of attention from locals and tourists alike.
Reynisdrangar
Photograph Credit: Balazs Busznyak (Balazs3)
Where: Iceland’s South Coast
We hope that this drone made it back to its owner safely, as those are some dark and scary rain clouds, looming in the distance and probably minutes away from a heavy downpour in the area. Taken by Balazs Busznyak on Iceland’s South Coast, the picture depicts the vast natural landscape, including oceanfront and rock mountain range.
Reynisdrangar
Not many people get to visit this region in their lifetimes, so photographs like these are ideal to bring a new perspective to interested parties from all over the world.
Island In The Shape Of A Fish
Photograph Credit: Milan Photo
Where: Gaz Island, Croatia
Milan Photo shared this interesting drone picture of an island that might be mistaken for the shape of a fish. Formally known as Gaz Island, this largely uninhabited space is just off the coast of Croatia, and doesn’t see many visitors in any given year.
Island In The Shape Of A Fish
We’re unsure whether the owner specifically wanted this design, or if it just happened to turn out that way by coincidence. Either way, the location has an interesting story to share.
Beauty From Heaven
Photograph Credit: Szabi Ignacz (Thedon)
Where: Bicsad, Covasna, Romania
If ever there was a photograph suited to be the background on your computer, this would be it. Photographer Szabi Ignacz is responsible for this amazing image, which was taken in Covasna in Romania.
Beauty From Heaven
The town is best known for its natural mineral waters and has less than 500 people living there at any given time in the year. Perhaps that is why the natural landscape looks so pure and untouched, now forever immortalised by this incredible drone shot.
Roads In The Desert
Photograph Credit: WhoSane
Where: Half Desert Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
When thinking about Dubai, the first image that pops into your head might be that of tall buildings in one of the cleanest cities in the entire world. It can be easy to forget that the UAE contains a lot of desert, and as this shot by WhoSane showcases, it can sometimes be very difficult to navigate between regions.
Roads In The Desert
We hope that the person in the white car managed to make their way through the sand in order to reach their final destination.
Brighton Pier
Photograph Credit: Luke Bell
Where: Brighton, England
England might be known for its cold and rainy weather, but it also has some beautiful seaside landscapes that are often ignored by tourists. Typically, people want to see Big Ben and other attractions, but as this drone shot from Luke Bell suggests, there is more to see than that.
Brighton Pier
Taken in Brighton in England, this photograph shows an angle of the pier that few will have had the privilege to see previously.
Across The Bridge
Photograph Credit: Maxwebb
Where: Ukraine
From a ground level view, a bridge might just look like any old road. You may be getting a better view when you actually cross it, but nothing is going to beat the angle presented by this drone photograph. Taken by Maxwebb in Ukraine, the picture shows cars travelling in both directions across a body of water.
Across The Bridge
The bridge was immaculately designed, and fits in perfectly with the natural landscape from this angle.
Triple Volcanoes
Photograph Credit: Jonathan Payet – Dronecopters
Where: Reunion island
Réunion Island in France boasts some of the most extraordinary volcanoes in the world. Many tourists visit the region in order to see both extinct and active variations, as well as some of the other climbing destinations on offer. In this photograph, taken by Jonathan Payet, three of the volcanoes are seen from a distance.
Triple Volcanoes
This incredible sight is not one that can be seen anywhere but from an aerial view, and gives new insight into how the volcanoes are connected to each other.
Sheep On The Move
Photograph Credit: Photographers World
Details: Can you tell the amount of sheep moving in this flock?
This drone picture shows a shepherd and his flock moving across a vast farmland location. The tracks in the field show that it is an area that is actively used for farming, and perhaps the farmer produces multiple products for the local region.
Sheep On The Move
At the time of the photograph, he was probably more concerned with making sure that no sheep got lost along the way. If you can guess how many sheep are being moved in this herd, we’ll give you a major pat on the back.
Black Sand Beach
Photograph Credit: Balazs Busznyak (Balzs3)
Where: Black Sand Beach, Reynisfjara
Most beaches around the world are known for their white sand, but a couple of lesser known ones offer something slightly more intriguing. These have black sand as a result of iron-heavy volcanic minerals and rock, which absorb light very well.
Black Sand Beach
Balazs Busznyak took this picture in Reynisfjara in southern Iceland, which shows a well known black sand beach. This spot was considered one of the most beautiful non-tropical beaches in the world with formal recognition back in 1991, and we agree that it is still the case all these years later.
Ice In Abundance
Photograph Credit: Photographersworld
Details: How brave are you to take a stroll along this path?
A frozen lake can be a wondrous sight, but this particular shot might elicit a bit of fear into people. A long crack appears in this photograph, signifying that the ice might be busy melting, or could break at any moment. Few would dare to walk across it.
Ice In Abundance
This drone pic illustrates why it’s important for humanity to do whatever it can to curb the spread of global warming, as in a couple of decades, these icy plains may be long gone if things carry on the way they are.
Harvesting Tea
Photograph Credit: Tuan Nguyen
Where: Bao Loc, Vietnam
It’s so simple to get your hands on a bunch of teabags these days at a supermarket, that you may have forgotten the long and tedious process behind harvesting the beloved drink. In this drone pic taken by Tuan Nguyen in Bao Loc in Vietnam, workers are seen picking tea leaves that will eventually end up on shelves all over the world.
Harvesting Tea
Given them a thought (and a note of thanks) the next time you’re boiling the kettle with your loved ones.
Mont Saint-Michel
Where: Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy
Details: A Dronestagram submission for the travel photography competition. It was submitted by Wanaii films.
Just 33 people call the island of Le Mont-Saint-Michel home. As this incredible drone photograph suggests, the Normandy region offers an immense amount of privacy to its inhabitants. Located approximately half a mile from the north-western coast of the country, it spans just 7 hectares and prefers not to be marketed as a tourist attraction.
Mont Saint Michel
This photograph ended up winning a travel photography competition, likely because its subject is such a rare sight today.