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Can you picture National Geographic magazine without an iconic cover photo? When the magazine launched in 1888, it looked vastly different — more like a scientific journal. But within a decade, National Geographic began to fill its pages with images that sparked curiosity and transported readers to new worlds. Today, evocative and captivating cover photos are synonymous with National Geographic, and it’s particularly meaningful when those photos are taken by a #NatGeoExplorer. Photography isn’t just part of our history, it’s central to who we are. Storytelling is a pillar of our mission at the National Geographic Society. We’re proud to be among the largest funders of independent storytellers, including world-class photographers who illuminate the beauty and complexity of our planet. They compel us to take notice and, often, take action. On World Photography Day, we honor photography’s power to inform, inspire, astonish and unite us. We celebrate the Explorers behind the lens, and all photographers who impact the world one unforgettable image at a time. #WorldPhotographyDay #ExploreWithUs The first edition of National Geographic magazine, published October 1888, stands in stark contrast to the July 2023 edition, capturing the sheer awe of the longest single cave drop in the lower 48 states. Photo by Explorer Stephen Alvarez.