Throughout January, our KANSAS! magazine Instagram community captured much of Kansas’ winter beauty. We’re sharing the most popular, inspiring sights found across the Sunflower State.

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Standing alone an iconic bison, Kansas’ state animal, bares the cold breeze rolling
through the prairie.

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As the sun sets, the fiery glow warms the winter sky above a frozen lake.

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The Gypsum Hills, in the south central region of Kansas, rise up between the
Flint Hills and the high plains.

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A whimsical scene has snowy flakes fall, dusting empty park benches.

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Migrating birds take flight over Kansas waters. The brilliant sun adds a dramatic background.