On behalf of Verge Magazine, the Go Global Expo and Travel CUTS, we are proud to present the winners of our sixth annual Travel With Purpose Photo Contest...(drum role please)...
Our grand prize of $1,000 goes to Sankar Sridhar and his remarkable image, Long March Home. From more than 1 500 entries, this image stole the hearts and imaginations of our panel of professional photographers and Verge editorial staff. This image takes first place in our "People" category.
Traveller's Choice Award, and winner of the "Places" category goes to Hansa Tangmanpoowadol for the image Yee Peng Lantern Ceremony:
Finally, the winner of our "Projects and Issues" category is Sudipto Das, with the image "Fields of Joy":
We extend a huge congratulations to Sankar, Hansa and Sudipto for their achievements and thank all photographers for sharing the memorable moments that have made their travels meaningful.