Travel: See winning photos from the 2019 Travel Photo Contest, the world's most beautiful Buddhist temples, and more

Friday’s summer solstice is one of the best times to see Stonehenge. Plus, underwater adventures for those who don't scuba dive, unforgettable train trips through Japan, and more. [latest stories]( [VIEW ONLINE]( [LATEST STORIES]( [National Geographic]( . June 18, 2019 . PHOTOGRAPH BY JOE MCNALLY, NAT GEO IMAGE COLLECTION [Why summer solstice is one of the best times to see Stonehenge]( Experience the mystery of this prehistoric monument during the June 21 sunrise. [greet the sun]( SHARE [F]( [T]( . PHOTOGRAPH BY WEIMIN CHU [See all the winners of the 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest]( After reviewing thousands of incredible images, our judges selected one photo that stands above the rest. Here are all the images that earned top prizes. [explore the pictures]( SHARE [F]( [T]( . . . PHOTOGRAPH BY SEAN PAVONE, ALAMY STOCK PHOTO [How to take an unforgettable train trip through Japan]( Soak in hot springs, slurp ramen, and see the sights on these thematic rail journeys. [take a ride]( SHARE [F]( [T]( . PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY JESPER ANHEDE, MANTA RESORT [Don’t scuba? No problem. Try these other underwater thrills]( No certification is required for these submarine experiences from the Maldives to the Florida Keys and beyond. [dive in]( SHARE [F]( [T]( . . . PHOTOGRAPH BY JON BOWER MYANMAR, ALAMY [20 of the world’s most beautiful Buddhist temples]( These architectural marvels were designed to inspire peaceful reflection. [Make a pilgrimage]( SHARE [F]( [T]( . . When you read, watch, shop or travel with us, you help further the work of our scientists, explorers, and educators around the world. To learn more, visit [natgeo.com/info]( [Shop]( [Donate]( [Subscribe]( [Travel]( [READ OUR LATEST STORIES]( [SHOP]( [DONATE]( [SUBSCRIBE]( [TRAVEL]( [FB]( [Twitter]( [IG]( You are receiving this email because you elected to receive marketing communications from National Geographic under the terms of our [Privacy Policy](. Click here to [unsubscribe.]( If you reside in the EU/European Economic Area and wish to exercise all other data subject rights, [click here](. National Geographic | 1145 17th Street N.W. | Washington, D.C. 20036 Copyright © 2019 National Geographic Partners, LLC. All rights reserved. {LITMUS TRACKING PIXEL}