The most picturesque locations in County Durham have been revealed by residents of the region, with a diverse mix of places included by all.
While County Durham has some truly stunning locations and hidden gems, everyone's taste is different, and the list reflects that.
From coastal parts to little rural villages, County Durham has it all - not forgetting Durham City and the bigger towns of County Durham too, of course.
So, without further ado, let's find out where people mentioned the most picturesque places.
We start in the rural locations of County Durham, where Mary Swinney mentioned Edmundbyers, Muggleswick and Blanchland, revealing the county's charming countryside beauty.
Meanwhile, other readers mentioned that they were drawn to the beauty of the river in Durham City where you can see the castle and cathedral and its historic charm.
However, others were quick to mention the coastline of Blackhall and Seaham in County Durham which blends the old industrial uses for sea views on walks along both coastlines.
Alongside these views, there were also a few people who liked to travel further afield from County Durham, with Fiona Riddle mentioning Bamburgh and Seahouses in Northumberland, while Lynn Davidson also highlighted Northumberland as one of her favourite spots.
Along the way, there were a few tongue-in-cheek picks, with one person selecting the Stadium of Light in Sunderland as their most ideal place.
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However, some suggested that towns in County Durham with old industrial lasts had a picturesque quality, which saw Julian Rafferty include Coundon, Shildon and Leeholme, while Eddy Evans picked Horden.
Every single place selected must be special to those who have mentioned them, and please do let us know your favourite location in the comments section, whether that's on the website or social media.
The scenic beauty of County Durham has struck a chord with its residents, as the list proves.
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