CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory. From the bustling metropolis of London to the tranquility of Cornwall, one photographer captures the stark and stunning contrast. These photographs were taken by Italian photographer Alessio Andreani. The 26 year old says: ‘London is where I live now, after moving from Italy recently.'
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .