With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining. Just like the bike used by Timmy at The Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s cinematic adaption of Stephen King’s novel, the images exudes an unnerving dread. The tenants at the Round Mansion in west Belgium are long gone, but the bedrooms are still occupied by expensive furniture and ornaments. These eerie photographs were captured by London urban explorer Andre Govia, 37, after he decided to start documenting his love of abandoned buildings.
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
STEPFORD wives from the 1950's and 60's are performing history's most sexist exercise programme .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .