From dramatic landscapes to snapshots of local life, this year's National Geographic Traveller Photography Competition finalists have it all. Split into six categories – action, nature, people, urban, portfolio and video – the shortlisted images offer a unique view on places and people around the world. Here are the incredible photos by the finalists.

In his shortlisted photograph, James Abell catches the moment a girl on a tram in Lisbon, Portugal looks straight down his camera lens.

This lovely shot captures a dog being told off for trying to climb through a café window in Lower Manhattan, New York.

This is a shot of the Montane Mansion in Hong Kong.

In his portfolio of four images, Chris Kirby captures the daily life of people in Soweto, South Africa.

Located in Johannesburg, Soweto is made up of 29 townships that were formed in the early 1900s.

This otherworldly volcanic lightning represents fire. Here, Daniel Burton has captured a rare weather phenomenon. 

Three videos were also shortlisted in the awards. You can watch them here.