A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves. The town of Coober Pedy is home to over 1,500 people, as well as hotels, restaurants and churches, all of which are located up to 100ft below ground. “Coober Pedy is renowned for its below-ground residences, called dugouts, which are used to avoid the scorching daytime heat,” says photographer Abigail Varney, who visited the unusual town, located 846km north of Adelaide.
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
This was the chaotic scene when the driver of a 4x4 vehicle became periously trapped under his vehicle for an HOUR when it overturned after a crash on a busy motorway .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .