“Mexico is one of those countries which surprises you around every corner.

The beauty is overwhelming and sometimes unbelievably real.

Some years ago I flew over this “coordillera” (mountain range) and was totally overwhelmed by its beauty.

Minutes later Monterrey City appeared. Fantastic how close to a big city such a beautiful landscape can be.”

Image Credit: Photograph © Karsten Hoenack / National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest

Source: 2018 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest – The Atlantic