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Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2013 shortlist

The shortlisted images to this year’s Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition have been revealed...

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The shortlisted images to this year’s Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition have been revealed, with the judges selecting just over 100 images from almost 2000 entries.

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The winners of 2013’s competition will be announced at an award ceremony on 18 September 2013.

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Enjoy a selection of the shorlisted images in the gallery above.

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