An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert. Surrounded by vast desert and distant snow topped mountains, the enormous satellite dishes, dome-shaped buildings and telescopes are run by the European Southern Observatory (ESO) , an intergovernmental body dedicated to observing space. Photographer Alberto Ghizzi Panizza was granted access to several observatory sites.
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .
These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .