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The photo was taken by Gareth Andrews and posted on Instagram. It was entered in New Zealand's annual Tree of the Year contest and easily won out of the six finalists, with 42% of the vote.

This 80-year-old tree growing out of the water in New Zealand is a must-see photo spot. Plus, its South Island surroundings offer many other unique experiences.