With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining .

FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .

This daredevil wildebeest tried a walk on the wild side - straight into the snatches of a huge 18 foot crocodile .

SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .

WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .

A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .

Walking down the street in her local town, heads turn as Jessica Villafane passes by .

WELCOME to the 750-foot deep rainbow cave that leaves visitors bewildered by its multi-coloured mood lighting .

A woman branded the Jolly Green Giant by SOLE-crushing school bullies for her whopping size nine feet has had the last laugh by opening a shoe shop for big footed girls .

LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .

Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .

SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .