The Photographer of the Year competition has a rich history that spans over 30 years. Since 2025, it has been managed by Varázslatos Magyarország, an organization dedicated to promoting environmental awareness and protecting natural beauty through photography.
Their mission is both simple and impactful: to encourage photographers to inspire conservation by capturing the essence of the natural world. By uniting Hungary’s two most prestigious nature photography competitions - the Hungarian Nature Photography Grand Prize and the Photographer of the Year - they provides creative challenges and international exposure for photographers throughout the year.
Many of these artists have already gained recognition on the world stage.This exhibition, organized by Varázslatos Magyarország (Magical Hungary), showcases the most captivating nature photographs taken by Hungarian photographers over the past year.
The exhibition features 124 stunning photographs selected from nearly 3,000 submissions to the Photographer of the Year competition. Through these images, visitors can explore the enchanting and sometimes mysterious beauty of both Hungary's natural landscapes and the broader world.
From misty forests and vibrant wetlands to captivating wildlife portraits, the collection fosters a deep appreciation for the fragile wonders of nature.
The exhibition is free to visit daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, making it an ideal stop during a leisurely stroll in Budapest's City Park (Városliget).
You can find the venue at the Városliget Visitor Center, located near the Heroes' Square entrance of the Ethnographic Museum.
Their mission is both simple and impactful: to encourage photographers to inspire conservation by capturing the essence of the natural world. By uniting Hungary’s two most prestigious nature photography competitions - the Hungarian Nature Photography Grand Prize and the Photographer of the Year - they provides creative challenges and international exposure for photographers throughout the year.
Many of these artists have already gained recognition on the world stage.This exhibition, organized by Varázslatos Magyarország (Magical Hungary), showcases the most captivating nature photographs taken by Hungarian photographers over the past year.
The exhibition features 124 stunning photographs selected from nearly 3,000 submissions to the Photographer of the Year competition. Through these images, visitors can explore the enchanting and sometimes mysterious beauty of both Hungary's natural landscapes and the broader world.
From misty forests and vibrant wetlands to captivating wildlife portraits, the collection fosters a deep appreciation for the fragile wonders of nature.
The exhibition is free to visit daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, making it an ideal stop during a leisurely stroll in Budapest's City Park (Városliget).
You can find the venue at the Városliget Visitor Center, located near the Heroes' Square entrance of the Ethnographic Museum.