COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society. Known as sadhus, they shun all home comforts for a life spent inside caves, forests and temples and can be found across India and Nepal. German banker and photographer Mario Gerth decided to find and photograph the sadhu people. The 38-year-old of Erfurt, Germany, says: “I have been obsessed with the sadhus for many years and set off in 2013 to look for them.
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
