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.'
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
This brave Hyena finally catches his pray among the thousands of flamingos, Lake Nakuru, Kenya - OUTNUMBERED among thousands of flamingos, this bold hyena is not put off from hunting for a morning snack .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
A grand 56-bedroom hotel, once heaving with injured soldiers during the First World War, now lies completely abandoned .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses .
THIS DANGER-mad female pensioner could be the oldest Brit to cage dive with CROCODILES .