01-30-2017 02:29 PM
Photo of the Week: This stunning image of the Northern Lights in Norway has us pretty much speechless. Photo by Local Guide Marcus de Roos.
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We select the Local Guides Photo of the Week based on a variety of criteria; Local Guides do not "submit" or apply somewhere specifically to be featured. The photos we select are taken by actual Local Guides around the world and shared to a listed place on Google Maps. Photos of the Week are always associated with a specific point of interest on Google Maps, but some are a bit more loosely interpreted and artistic (i.e. it can be a storefront but it doesn't always have to be). They also vary quite a bit in view counts.
With so many talented explorers and photographers (amateur + pro) in our program, we want to recognize the amazing photos Local Guides around the world are contributing to Google Maps. Photo of the Week is one way to showcase different parts of the world, perspectives from LGs, and the multitude of places you can share your experiences about on Google Maps. It's worth noting that we will begin featuring more Local Guides photos generally on our social media channels.
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01-30-2017 04:48 PM
thanks Marcus for the fantastic shot. Bravoooooo
and thanks @TraciC for the FANTASTIC choice
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01-30-2017 08:11 PM
Oh man... I have got to get out to see the Northern Lights sometime...
01-31-2017 12:14 AM
Awesome! Great photo.
01-31-2017 07:55 AM
Same, @Corrie! I went all the way to Iceland a few years ago and only saw a glimmer, but it was quite magical. Imagine seeing it like this? Perhaps this year's European trip will finally be to Norway, Sweden, Denmark and/or Finland!!! 😄
02-02-2017 12:10 PM
Amazing pic. Kudos to the photographer Marcus de Roos. Thanks to @TraciC also for sharing.
I had a hectic duty day in hospital today. Just completed my dinner and going to sleep. I am sure this pic will help me to sleep better. 🙂
02-03-2017 11:56 AM
Beautiful photo Marcus. @TraciC thanks for sharing this photo and it looks like heaven.