From a street that inspired Diagon Alley to waves engulfing a lighthouse: stunning winning images from the 2023 Historical Photographer of the Year competition

The competition asks photographers to “explore and capture the best historical sites the world has to offer.” Scroll down to see MailOnline Travel's pick of the shortlisted and winning entries from the 1,000 submitted... READ MORE: Mesmerizing photo book shows the beauty of the world when the sun doesn't shine

By Laura Sharman

Published: 17:27 GMT, 22 November 2023 | Updated: 17:27 GMT, 22 November 2023

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The appeal of photography is its ability to transport you to different places.

It can even take you back in time, as is the case with some of the winning images from the 2023 Historical Photographer of the Year awards.

The competition – organized by History Hit, the content platform founded by historian Dan Snow, and media network Little Dot Studios – calls on photographers to “explore and capturing the best historical sites the world has.” offer'. Judges look at originality, composition and technical skill as well as the story behind the image and its historical impact.

Among those who dazzle this year, out of 1,000 applications, is a medieval church on a tidal island, a charming steam train running through the countryside and a messy street...