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.
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
BALANCING 30 metres above ground, these slackliners take the expression of living dangerously one step further, by tightrope walking NAKED .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
FULLY equipped with a kitchen and lounge, it's hard to believe this modern holiday let is actually a BUS .