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A group of elephants, Amboseli National Park, Kenya
A group of elephants, Amboseli National Park, Kenya
A line of elephants emerges from the morning haze, calves keeping pace beside older relatives as they head towards a marsh. In Amboseli National Park, scenes like this unfold every day, shaped by water hidden beneath the ground. Meltwater from Mount Kilimanjaro filters through volcanic rock before surfacing as springs that keep the park"s wetlands alive, even when the surrounding plains are dry. These permanent water sources sustain elephants, buffaloes, hippos and many other animals, while acacia woodland and open grassland support predators such as lions and cheetahs.Desktop Version
Lava flows spill into the ocean on Big Island, Hawaii
Lava flows spill into the ocean on Big Island, Hawaii
Most landscapes change over thousands of years. Volcanoes can reshape them in a matter of hours, and on Hawaii"s Big Island, they continue to do just that. Recognising the scientific and natural importance of this ever-changing environment, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was established in 1916. For more than a century, it has protected more than 1,430 square kilometres of volcanic terrain, native forests and rare wildlife.Desktop Version
The River Thames, London, England
The River Thames, London, England
What does a parliament, a clock tower and a giant wheel have in common? They all stand beside the River Thames as if London had carefully staged its icons for dramatic effect.Desktop Version
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Maine, USA
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Maine, USA
If you"re looking for Maine at its most untamed, this is it. Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument spans more than 350 square kilometres of the rugged North Woods, where quiet ponds mirror the sky and dense forests seem to swallow sound. Here, the East Branch of the Penobscot River threads through forests and wetlands, adding to the sense of space and solitude that defines the North Woods.Desktop Version
Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Centre, New Caledonia
Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Centre, New Caledonia
At first glance, they look like giant wooden shells rising above the trees. Look a little closer and every curve has a purpose. The Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Centre, which opened in 1998, celebrates the Kanak people, the Indigenous inhabitants of New Caledonia, whose traditions, languages and customs have shaped the archipelago for thousands of years. Italian architect Renzo Piano designed the complex after studying traditional Kanak building techniques, reinterpreting them with laminated timber ribs, steel frames and modern engineering. Rather than copying historic structures, he created a contemporary design inspired by traditional Kanak grandes cases, or ceremonial houses.Desktop Version
Ceiling of the Temple of Esna, Egypt
Ceiling of the Temple of Esna, Egypt
At the Temple of Esna, south of Luxor, Egypt, visitors enter a vivid world devoted to Khnum, the ram-headed god believed to have moulded humanity from Nile clay. Built mainly during the Ptolemaic and Roman eras, the temple"s surviving hall is supported by 24 towering columns, each carved with intricate reliefs and ritual texts honouring various deities.Desktop Version
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
Finland is famous for the northern lights, its high happiness rankings, saunas and thousands of lakes. Helsinki adds history, design and the Baltic Sea to that list. The story begins in 1550, when King Gustav I of Sweden founded a trading town that would become Finland"s capital in 1812. Today, a walk through the city can take you from Senate Square and the white-domed Helsinki Cathedral to the sea fortress of Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site accessible by ferry.Desktop Version
Fireflies glowing above a stream, Okayama Prefecture, Japan
Fireflies glowing above a stream, Okayama Prefecture, Japan
In Okayama Prefecture, when humid air settles over a stream, hotaru—Japan"s fireflies—begin signalling. On warm, windless evenings, they often start glowing about two hours after sunset under favourable conditions, inviting silence beside water.Desktop Version
American flamingos, Isabela Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
American flamingos, Isabela Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
The first thing you notice is the colour. A flock of American flamingos stands in the shallow water on Isabela Island, Galápagos Islands, and the water seems to borrow a hint of pink from their feathers. Those feathers were not always that colour. Flamingos hatch grey and gradually turn pink as pigments from algae and small crustaceans accumulate in their bodies.Desktop Version
Limpets at low tide on the coast of Praia da Ursa, Portugal
Limpets at low tide on the coast of Praia da Ursa, Portugal
Tucked away beneath steep cliffs near Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, Praia da Ursa feels like the edge of the continent. Reached by a narrow, rugged trail, this secluded beach along Portugal"s Atlantic coast is shaped largely by wind, stone and powerful waves. When the tide recedes, the shoreline briefly widens. Smooth rocks emerge, and with them, small signs of life. Limpets cling tightly to the exposed stone, holding fast where the ocean usually breaks.Desktop Version
Hawksbill sea turtle pair, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Hawksbill sea turtle pair, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Sea turtles have been navigating Earth"s oceans for more than 100 million years. Imagine crossing vast stretches of open water and returning to the same beach decades later. Long migrations between feeding and nesting grounds are central to their lives, with some travelling thousands of kilometres across the oceans. They also play an important role in marine ecosystems by maintaining seagrass beds and helping to keep coral reefs healthy. Despite their resilience, all sea turtle species face threats including habitat loss, plastic pollution, climate change and accidental capture in fishing gear.Desktop Version
Boneyard Beach, Hunting Island, South Carolina, United States
Boneyard Beach, Hunting Island, South Carolina, United States
At Boneyard Beach within Hunting Island State Park, South Carolina, United States, the first thing you notice is the trees. Then comes the question: why are bleached trunks and exposed roots scattered across the sand like a scene paused midway through collapse? Since the 1980s, Hunting Island has experienced major beach erosion, with some of the highest rates along the US East Coast—reaching up to 9 metres per year in certain areas.Desktop Version
European bee-eater, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, Cádiz, Spain
European bee-eater, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, Cádiz, Spain
A streak of colour glides past a blur of wildflowers as a European bee-eater cuts through the air. Turquoise, gold and chestnut shimmer across its wings as it hunts in flight, snatching insects mid-air with swift turns. Bees and wasps are among its favoured prey, and the bird often removes the stinger before feeding—a behaviour that reduces the risk of injury.Desktop Version
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee, United States
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee, United States
These mountains were shaped over time—and June 15, 1934, helped protect them. That"s when the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was established in Tennessee and North Carolina. Covering over 2,112 square kilometres, the park takes its name from the natural smoky haze drifting over its ridgelines. Part of the Appalachian Mountains, these peaks are over 300 million years old.Desktop Version
Aerial view of the ruins of Sacsayhuamán, Cusco, Peru
Aerial view of the ruins of Sacsayhuamán, Cusco, Peru
Set high above Cusco in Peru, Sacsayhuamán reveals the ambition of the Inca Empire in stone. Built in the 15th century, this vast complex once formed part of the sacred capital of the Incas. From above, the layout becomes clear: terraces, open plazas and the remains of towers forming a carefully planned citadel. The largest walls, built from enormous blocks, still stand strong today. Some stones rise more than 8.2 metres tall and were fitted together so precisely—without mortar—that the structure has endured centuries of earthquakes.Desktop Version
Hnausapollur crater lake, Fjallabak Nature Reserve, Iceland
Hnausapollur crater lake, Fjallabak Nature Reserve, Iceland
From above, the lake"s smooth surface contrasts sharply with the rugged ground surrounding it. Hnausapollur crater lake—also known as Bláhylur—lies in the heart of Fjallabak Nature Reserve, a remote area of Iceland"s highlands shaped more by volcanic activity than by human settlement. The crater formed when magma met groundwater, triggering an explosion that carved out the circular basin visible today.Desktop Version
Joshua Tree National Park, California, United States
Joshua Tree National Park, California, United States
Where two great deserts meet, Joshua Tree National Park reveals a stark, mesmerising landscape shaped by wind, time and extremes. In Southern California, the higher Mojave Desert merges with the hotter, lower Colorado Desert, creating a unique blend of ecosystems and remarkable biodiversity.Desktop Version
Santa Catalina Arch, Antigua, Guatemala
Santa Catalina Arch, Antigua, Guatemala
Some structures weren"t meant to stand out—but time had other ideas. At sunrise, the Santa Catalina Arch glows over the streets of Antigua, Guatemala, its yellow façade catching the light just right as cobblestones stretch ahead and Agua Volcano rises in the distance. The arch was built in the 17th century to solve a practical problem: cloistered nuns needed to cross between convent buildings without being seen from the street. Privacy, not postcards, created one of Central America"s most photographed landmarks. Irony holds up well over time.Desktop Version
Devils Bridge, Kromlau, Saxony, Germany
Devils Bridge, Kromlau, Saxony, Germany
Reflected in still water, the Rakotzbrücke—commonly known as the Devil"s Bridge—forms a near-perfect stone circle in Saxony, Germany. Commissioned in 1860, the narrow basalt structure was carefully engineered so that its arch and reflection align to form a seamless ring when the lake is still. Made from basalt, a volcanic rock, it reflects precise design rather than practical function, its striking geometry intended purely for visual effect. A popular photo subject, it has also appeared in films, including "The Matrix Resurrections" (2021). Today, the fragile bridge can only be admired from the shore, as crossing is prohibited to preserve it.Desktop Version
Spectacled bear resting in tree, Ecuador
Spectacled bear resting in tree, Ecuador
The spectacled bear, also known as the Andean bear, is the only South American bear of the Ursidae family. Inhabiting the northern and central Andes Mountains, it dwells primarily in forested areas and feeds mainly on shoots and fruit. Pale markings around the eyes often resemble eyeglasses, or "spectacles," giving the species its distinctive name.Desktop Version
Barn swallows of different subspecies resting together
Barn swallows of different subspecies resting together
Perched on slender reeds, a group of barn swallows gathers in a moment of stillness that contrasts with their usual speed. Known for swift, acrobatic flight and deeply forked tails, these birds are built for life on the wing. They catch insects midair and travel vast distances between continents. Subtle variations in colour and markings suggest that more than one subspecies may be present, reflecting the barn swallow"s extensive global range.Desktop Version
Mallard duck
Mallard duck
At daybreak, the mallard glides over the still water like a brush across a canvas. Its shimmering plumage—emerald-green head in the male, speckled brown coat in the female—catches the first light. It can be seen from the marshes of the Camargue to the urban canals of Amsterdam, a faithful companion of Europe"s aquatic landscapes.Desktop Version
Atlantic puffins, Wales
Atlantic puffins, Wales
Along the rocky coasts of the North Atlantic, Atlantic puffins make their homes in burrows and cliffside crevices. These seabirds, with their black‑and‑white plumage and colourful beaks, are classified by the IUCN as vulnerable, as overfishing and changing ocean conditions reduce the availability of their prey. Each spring, they return to breed, laying a single egg in carefully dug burrows. Remarkable swimmers, they use their wings to "fly" underwater when hunting small fish such as herring and sand eels.Desktop Version
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, Brazil
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, Brazil
Think you know what a desert looks like? Lençóis Maranhenses National Park might change your mind. Along Brazil"s Maranhão coast, huge white dunes sit beside freshwater lagoons, creating a landscape that changes with the seasons. Established as a national park in 1981 and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2024, it covers more than 156,000 hectares (about 386,887 acres) and stretches along 80 kilometres of coastline. The dunes are shaped by prevailing winds, while seasonal rains collect in the hollows between them. Some lagoons last only through the wet season, while others remain year-round, including Lagoa da Esperança.Desktop Version
Castelmezzano, Basilicata, Italy
Castelmezzano, Basilicata, Italy
Castelmezzano, in the province of Potenza in Basilicata, Italy, is hidden from view until you reach it. You arrive through a tunnel and as you emerge, the village suddenly appears, wedged among the sandstone pinnacles of the Lucanian Dolomites. The houses seem to climb over one another at around 750 metres above sea level, connected by steps and narrow lanes that rise towards the remains of the Norman fortress.Desktop Version