The world’s fascination with aerial photography has without a doubt increased over the past few years as drones have become more accessible to the public. These incredible mini helicopters are capable of taking us to new heights and introducing us to captivating new perspectives.

Location: Fagradalsfjall Volcano, Iceland

Iceland is famous for being called the land of fire and ice because of its seamless volcanoes and glaciers. A photo like this makes it easy to understand why Iceland is one the most sparsely populated countries in Europe, with only 365,000 people in over 42,000 square miles of land.

Location: Antarctica

The world’s coldest, driest, and windiest continent may not be suitable for humans to inhabit, but can offer some incredible sights of wildlife amid the ice caps and Southern Ocean. In 2020, Florian Ledoux captured this amazing drone shot to win Nature TTL’s photograph of the year contest.

Location: San Luis Potosi, Mexico

The Tamul Waterfall is the largest waterfall in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. This dazzling drone shot captures the magnificence of the waterfall with a delightful bonus of a rainbow at the bottom.

Location: Vietnam

This captivating image may cause you to do a double-take. While the rippling effect and the stunning green coloring may remind you of the Northern Lights or an intergalactic image, this drone shot is actually that of a fishing net in the sea.

Location: Seixal, Madeira Island, Portugal

Amid the beauty of Portugal’s Madeira Island, you’ll find a series of natural pools that have formed over time from volcanic activity. The cooling of lava-rocks has created enclosed areas along the coastline that are often used as natural swimming pools.

Location: Lake Logipi, Kenya

The heavy concentration of pink amid the beautiful blue ocean is actually an immense gathering of flamingos. This remarkable drone image was captured in the skies of Kenya above Lake Logipi.

Location: Faroe Islands, Denmark

The Faroe Islands are an archipelago found north of Scotland and considered part of the Kingdom of Denmark. The islands consist of 540 square miles of land and has a population of around 52,00 people.  

Location: Maasai Mara, Kenya

It’s almost impossible to find a photographer close to a lion-like this in its natural habitat. But with today’s advanced technology, it not impossible to capture a photo like this since drones have made it all possible.

Location: Dubai Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

View the wonder of the Dubai Marina from a brand new perspective. The Dubai Marina is an artificial canal city in the United Arab Emirates. This relatively new city, established in 2003, is located along a 2 mile portion of the Persian Gulf shore.

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona is one of the most famous ancient cities in the world. The city is renowned for its brilliant architecture of Antonio Gaudi and its exceptional soccer team. In 2009 it was ranked as the most prosperous city brand across the globe due to its towering economic growth.

Location: Baja California Sur, Mexico

These whale-watching tourists got a major surprise when a huge gray whale decided to greet their boat. This incredible image captures the delicate balance between the amazement and fear occurring in this picture.

Location: Paris, France

This intriguing photo is just one of many interesting finds from the Canal Saint-Martin in Paris, France. After 200 years, authorities drained the canal and unearthed many hidden and rusty items within the murky waters. When the canal was first drained back in 2001, they discovered 40 tons worth of waste, many of which were historical relics left behind from World War I.

Location: Cairo, Egypt

The Pyramids of Giza, also known as the royal tombs or Giza Necropolis, were built for three different pharaohs during the fourth dynasty.

Location: West Odessa, Texas

In April 2017, a massive tire fire erupted in West Odessa, Texas. Approximately 100,000 tires were burned and the fire wasn’t put out until 8 p.m. the following day.

Location: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

This beautiful scene of a cold, pristine winter woodland was captured by a drone at the bottom of the Alps mountain range. The undisturbed fresh dusting of snow upon the evergreens capture the complete wintery scene. The snow is perfectly absent from the road bringing an unparalleled contrast to the image.

Location: Noordoostpolder, Netherlands

From March to mid May, much of Holland experiences the beautiful bloom of their flower fields scattered across the country’s coast. This spring time festivity features daffodils and hyacinths as well, but the tulip fields which come alive mid April are the truly famous attraction.

Location: Newport Beach, California, USA

Newport Beach is a coastal town in Orange County, California. Newport Beach is famous for its ideal conditions for surfing sports, cliffside views, sandy beaches, and the frozen banana made by the fictional Bluth family.

Location: Australia

Mother Earth has always been generous with providing us with a place to stay, food to eat, and raw materials to build. Humans have long been known to take Earth’s resources and mold machines to express their ideas. However, once these machines fail or become outdated, humans abandon them to rust and Mother Nature reclaims the property that once belonged to her.

Location: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, USA

These military planes are stored ever so satisfyingly in a perfect grid at the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona. This base serves as long-time storage for nearly 4,400 aircrafts scattered throughout 2,600 acres of desert.

Location: Newport, Oregon

Have you ever wondered how whales eat? Well, this incredible drone video footage in Newport, Oregon, shows it in real time.

Location: Bangladesh

When taking wildlife photos, especially of crocodiles, it is vital to stay and remain at a safe distance. Crocodiles are one of the deadliest predators in the world as they are masters of stalking.

Location: Unknown

Imagine relaxing on a beautiful summer day with no cares in the world. What could go wrong? Well, this wild drone photo says it all.

Location: Beijing, China

China is considered as one of the most technologically advanced and prosperous countries, as well as one of most populated with close to 1.6 billion people. Therefore, it’s no surprise that the roads and even the streets can get a little overcrowded.

Location: Montgomery Reef, Kimberley, Western Australia

This drone image is one of the rarest images in the world. The lucky shot was taken near Montgomery Reef in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Location: Brandenburg, Germany

This visually appealing circular design is actually that of an animal shelter in Germany. Who would have thought that an animal shelter could ever take on such a well-structured appearance from a bird’s eye view.

Location: Sharpes Beach, New South Wales, Australia 

The ocean can be a scary and uncertain place because you never know what is lurking underneath. In this incredible drone photo, a surfer had no clue just how close this shark was to them.

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Nobody saw this unique pattern until a curious drone discovered this unusual sight behind an ordinary neighborhood in Edinburgh, Scotland. From ground level most people believed that those were scattered natural stones. After the discovery, the local people believe that Jimmy Boyle, a convicted murderer and felon, created the 100-foot long giant.

Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, CO, USA

These mountains seem to bound to a steep and treacherous drop off from an aerial view as seen by this unique drone image. These rocky cotton candy mountains blend well with the orange sunset and the innate sense of nature all around.

Location: Tanzania

The country of Tanzania is believed to be the home of around 30,000 hippos. Here we catch a short glimpse of a day in the life of a group of hippos, also known as a bloat. A bloat of hippos can have anywhere between 10 to 200 hippos.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This drone shot not only captures an intriguing aerial view, but also captures a historic moment in time. Taken by Bachir Moukarzel above one of Dubai’s most busy highways, this photo is entitled “The Lockdown” and fittingly captures the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic in which everyone was instructed to stay home to stay safe.

Location: Zaragoza, Spain

This abstract shot was captured by an Instagram user with the aptly named username of Abstract Aerial Art. The drone photographer truly used shapes and structures to his advantage to create this well-framed image.

Location: East Java, Indonesia

This gorgeous aerial photo of Mount Bromo shows the marvel of the active volcano. The volcano can be found within the Tengger mountains in East Java, Indonesia and is a very popular tourist attraction.

Location: Phu Yen, Vietnam

This incredibly vibrant and captivating drone photo was taken by photographer Trung Pham Huy in Vietnam. The photo is entitled “Lobster Village” and was commended by the Drone Awards.

Location: Himalayan Mountains, Asia

With charming cloudy skies, a vivid yellow background, the rocky Himalayas, and mountain climbers with their hiking gear, this image provides a stark balanced contrast to the gorgeous scenery around them. The photo captured by a drone has unmatched quality and almost looks too thrilling to be real.

Location: Santorini, Greece

Santorini is a volcanic island in the legendary groups of the Greek Islands. This unique island is situated between Los and Anafi Island. Santorini is the most famous summer destination on the globe. It is known for its dynamic views of jaw-dropping sunsets from Oia town.

Location: Fântânele/ Cogealac, Romania

Fântânele-Cogealac Wind Farm is the 7th largest wind farm in the world and the largest onshore wind farm in all of Romania and Europe. This farm is capable of producing 600MW from 240 available units. This captivating drone shot of Fântânele-Cogealac Wind Farm looks like artwork at its best. The parallel lines that form perfect partitions between the green, yellow, and brown patches on the ground paired with a clear, blue sky makes the picture look even more remarkable.

Location: Pornichet, Pays De La Loire, Western France

Situated by the ocean, Pornichet, Pays De La Loire is within 3 km of Loire Valley, Pornichet- La Baule, and Labaule Beach. This area is rated 4.7 stars for having the most magnificent hotels and serene environment.

Location: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Ubud is a town on the island of Bali between the rice paddies and steep ravines in Indonesia. The city is famous for being Bali’s cultural capital, having a high concentration of galleries, and for having a museum which was the brainchild idea of Rudolf Bonnet, Walter Spies, and local artist Gede Sukawati, the Prince and Ubud Royal Family member.

Location: La Jolla, CA, USA

La Jolla, California is a hilly seaside within the county of San Diego. It occupies almost seven miles of the coastal line of the Pacific Ocean. The shores provide tourists with gorgeous views no matter where they travel along the coastline.

Location: Morne Pilboro, Haiti

Situated east of Jamaica, south of Bahamas, and on the same island as the Dominican Republic, Haiti is home to over 10 million people. It is famous for being the most mountainous state in the Caribbean. The curious drone captures a stunning photo of Haiti’s gorgeous mountain road curving through the seamless green landscapes.

Location: Baia, Papua New Guinea

Here we have a picture taken by a drone of a crocodile spotted enjoying a snack. The unfortunate critter on the menu today happens to be a pig. Crocodiles are known to eat creatures from both the land and sea but will favor land creatures especially during the dry season.

Location: The United Kingdom

How many times have you driven in a parking lot and end up being disappointed about how another driver parked? Too many to remember, right. That does not happen here with British parking. The British take joy in ensuring they park their car perfectly.

Location: Lake Tahoe, NV, USA

Located in Nevada, Lake Tahoe is a freshwater lake, and due to its high altitude, it is the largest alpine lake in North America. This lake is famous for its beautiful drive-around. It’s the perfect location for winter sports, summer outdoor activities, and iconic scenery to be enjoyed throughout the year.

Location: Delhi, India

The Lotus Temple is not only stunning in appearance, but it also is an important House of Worship for those of the Baháʼí Faith. It is however open to all, regardless of one’s religion and has become a prominent location for locals and tourists alike.

Location: Dubai, The United Arab Emirates

This drone shot captured in the desert landscape of Dubai was taken with impeccable timing. While the drone hovered directly above this roaming camel’s head, the time of day and angle of the sun allowed for a perfect silhouette of the camel to be cast in the sand.

Location: Møre og Romsdal, Norway

The Atlantic Ocean Road is a 5.2 mile stretch of a highway in Norway connecting the archipelagos of Hustadvika and Averøy. The idea of the route was originally planned as a railroad but as of July 1989, opened as a highway.

Location: Provence, France

This captivating image highlights a beautifully structured lavender field in France getting trimmed as a tractor begins harvesting the crop. The stark contrast between the vivid lavender and the straight line of cut green and yellow grass makes this drone shot truly engaging.

Location: Pontiac, MI, USA

It is rare to find something iconic and modern, like a stadium abandoned like in ancient times. Unfortunately, the Silverdome, an iconic stadium that has hosted everything from a super bowl to an infinite number of national and international events, ended up being deconstructed and bulldozed.

Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Ljubljana is the capital and the largest city of Slovenia; even so, it feels tiny. Today, Ljubljana is famous for having some of the world’s best universities, population, and green spaces, including the famous Tivoli Park.

Location: Hunan, China

Looking for the thrill of a lifetime? Try walking across this 100 meter long skywalk constructed 4,600 feet above the ground. The famous skywalk is known as “the Walk of Faith” and offers dazzling views within China’s Tianmen Mountain National Park.

Location: Glogow, Poland

Glogow is located in southwestern Poland on the Osobloga River. This pretty little town is among the oldest cities in Poland. It was founded in the 10th century by the French force after the Jena Battle in 1806.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The honor of the world’s highest tennis court belongs to the one in this image. Located on top of the Burj al Arab, this court was created from an old helipad in 2005. Dubai’s Burj al Arab is the fourth tallest hotel in the world with a height of 1,053 feet.

Location: Berlin, Germany

For some reason, this lady just decided to jump into a polar bear’s habitat at the Berlin Zoo. Clearly, the polar bear was not happy.

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This captivating drone shot captures the clash between nature and civilization as lightning strikes the city of Kuala Lumpur. Finding such an image is actually rather rare as while drone technology is groundbreaking, the camera helicopters typically cannot fly in situations with high winds, rain, and other stormy conditions.

Location: Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, Brazil

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is located along the northeast coast of Brazil and spans a total of 380,000 acres. The park’s most prominent features include 42 miles of coastline and glorious rolling sand dunes in the interior of the park, as featured in this image.

Location: Maldives, Indian Ocean

This incredible drone image captures an aerial view of two Blacktip Sharks swimming through the Indian Ocean, searching for lunch. What makes this photo most captivating is how hard the fish are trying to avoid the shark’s path in the hope they’ll remain off the menu.

Location: India

Anton Watman captured this incredibly vibrant scene from above. This festival of colors is an important tradition for followers of Hinduism who celebrate Holi in March as a celebration of the arrival of spring.

Location: Australia

This beautiful drone shot entitled “Melting Pot” was captured by photographer Piotr Parzybok and received an “Honorable Mention” in the 2016 SkyPixel competition.

Location: Saint-Philippe, France

This colorful aerial shot features a magnificent contrast between the foaming ocean and the rocks along the shore. What further makes this drone photo so engaging is the clear distinction between how algae has been affecting the different layers of rocks.

Location: Turkey

This incredible field of carpets isn’t an art installation. Laying out hand-woven carpets in a field is actually a purposeful practice in order to allow the sun’s natural rays to burn, enhance, and draw out different colors on each carpet.

Location: Bird Island, Australia

It’s a bird. It’s a plane. No, it’s actually a remarkable drone shot of an island shaped exactly like a bird. Not only is this island shaped like a bird, but hundreds of birds seem to have overtaken Bird Island as well.

Location: Vietnam

This beautiful drone shot very effectively captures the idea of motion from the sky. Not only are the people and the animals in motion as evident by the clear walking path, but the long lush grass is also clearly in motion on this windy day.

Location: Russia

This natural scene was captured via drone off the coast of Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. Team Trip, a tour boat full of scientists and tourists spotted this pod of orcas working together to take down a minke whale.

Location: Italy

You’ve been to the beach, you’ve caught a wave, but have you ever captured the beautiful view from above? This engaging drone shot was captured by Robert Corinaldesi who won first place in the “Sport” category of the Drone Awards.

Location: Katskhi Pillar, Georgia

Katskhi Pillar is a natural limestone marvel in the country of Georgia that reaches over 130 feet high. The structure at the top of the stone is a church where monks of the 10th and 11th centuries used to attempt to climb up to in order to be closer to their deity. 

Location: Cranbourne, Australia

In the Royal Botanic Gardens of Australia, there is a unique garden of red sand. Peter Virag captured this interesting shot with his drone flying around 394 feet off the ground.

Location: Warsaw, Poland

This bird’s eye view with a fisheye lens features the stunning look of Warsaw, Poland at dusk. The capital city of Poland is located right along the Vistula River and has a population of around 1.8 million people.

Location: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

The patterning you are seeing along this beautiful green land is actually that of a rice terrace. Rice paddies like this one are very important to the overall economy of Indonesia. Indonesia produces around 50 million tons of rice annually and is thus one of the world’s largest rice producers.

Location: Prienai, Lithuania

Prienai is a region located at the Nemunas River bank and the border of two ethnographic areas in the south of Lithuania. The area is famous for its undisturbed natural environment. But this face captured by a curious drone imitates the faces of fear or confusion when viewed from the sky.

Location: Piraeus, Greece

Here we see a cruise liner giving its way to Piraeus’s harbor, Greece port. Piraeus, Greece, is a port city on the east coast of Saronic Gulfport. It serves as the busiest passage port in Europe and around the world, serving over 25 million workers and tourists’ travelers annually.

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA

Fairbanks is the largest city in the interior of Alaska. Fairbanks is known for its beautiful aurora borealis, diverse culture, rich history, and thrilling economy. The midnight sun, sunset, and sunrise last forever. Additionally, Fairbanks is home to over 99,000 hearty souls.

Location: Arequipa, Peru

Plaza de Armas de Arequipa is one of the most beautiful areas in Peru. Most social life for locals and tourists happens here. The drone’s perfect shot acknowledges how man seeks to control and contour nature with ideal shapes and perfection; on the other hand, we lose the sense of care, and we infringe upon nature.

Location: Alvor, Algarve, Portugal

Looking for the best place to tour this summer, with relaxing beach-based holidays? Then Alvor is your ideal destination. Historically this charming town was a fortified town and fishing port. Today the city has developed into a lovely, mature tourist destination.

Location: New York, NY, USA

New York City (NYC) is one of the most populous cities in the United States, with over nine million people and a GDP of $890 billion. New York is known for being an economic powerhouse, for its natural beauty, for its defined nightlife cultural melting point, and for its excellent museums, galleries, restaurants, and theaters.

Location: Leme Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

This photo may not be a natural marvel, but the patterns found at this beach as seen from the sky are truly interesting to enjoy. The intriguing view was discovered by a drone along Leme Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Location: France

French artist, Saype, creates dazzling grass graffiti using biodegradable paints. This is not his first creation and probably won’t be his last. Here you see the artist lying down within his masterpiece.

Imagine doing your routine house chores in the kitchen; then you see a random drone spying on you through your kitchen window? Yes, this woman in the picture was catching some sun by her pool when she spotted a drone hovering in the air. She quickly grabs her pool skimmer to knock it down.

Location: Guyam Island, Philippines

Situated nearly 800 km southeast of Manila in the Philippine Sea sits Guyam Island, a teardrop-shaped island that features powdery white sand and is dotted with coconut trees. In this drone image, we see the jaw-dropping beauty of Guyam Island ready to provide tourists with an unforgettable adventure.

Location: Corniglia, Italy

Corniglia is a village located in Northern Italy, and it has a population of 200 people. To reach this village, you must climb 382 steps or take a vehicle. If you don’t have time for that, you can always fly a drone and capture the beautiful sunset.

Location: Philippines

Situated 500 miles south of Asia’s southern coast, the Philippines is an island country made up of an archipelago of partly submerged mountains consisting of more than 7,001 islands. This country has a population of over 108 million people. The Philippines is known for its exquisite landscapes, delicious fruits, chocolate hills in Bohol province, and abundance of alluring beaches.

This incredibly provocative shark photo shows the delicate balance between fascination and danger. On one hand, this photo captures a rare moment on film of a shark coming up from the ocean to feast.

Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Needless to say, nature offers unlimited beauty and charm. From landscapes to seascapes, there’s plenty of stunning views. Cape Town-based photographer and videographer Luke Bell knows how to scrutinize and maximize the environment’s magnificence. 

Location: Moscow, Russia

We don’t know anyone who takes drone photos before going into work. But Alexey Goncharov knew he had to. The 36-year-old physicist said he sometimes captures drone photos prior to heading into work. When he saw the stunning reflection in the glass Windows of Mercury Tower, he knew he had to capture the beauty.

Location: Dubai, The United Arab Emirates

Filled with skyscrapers, Dubai is a favorite of many professional and novice photographers. For Bachir Moukarzel, one of the perks of living in Dubai is the city’s generous treat of skyscrapers. 

Location: Republic of Abkhazia

This picturesque view of the countryside of Abkhazia features a beautiful landscape with a harrowing history as this is part of the autonomous republic where ethnic cleansings happened during the ‘90s. Sadly, people were forcibly driven out from their homes and ruthlessly exploited.

Location: Switzerland

We’re sure the person who captured this gorgeous image is proud of the results.  Who wouldn’t when your drone perfectly captivated a contrasting image from the sky? The timing and angle are just perfect. When this photo was shot, a lovely red train passed through the snow-blanketed mountains of Switzerland.

Location: Iceland

Did you know that this lovely image of the landscapes of Iceland is made up of 12 separate images? Photographer Olivier couldn’t get enough of the  elements of the surroundings, hence the brilliant panoramic shot.

Location: Singapore

Arguably, this is one of the best drone images on the list. Nigel Kwan skillfully captured the art of free wheeling using a Mavic Pro. The aerial image really plays tricks on the eye, leaving a perception of a cyclist going up the side of a skyscraper. Indeed, stunning drone images give us extraordinary views of different elements.

Location: St. Petersburg, Russia

Curious on what St. Petersburg looks like from above? The picture below will surely mesmerize you. When photographer Amos Chapple visited Saint Petersburg, he couldn’t resist the charm of the cathedrals. This beautiful view puts the spotlight on the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood in Saint Petersburg, Russia.