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.
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .