'Another Place' statues by artist Antony Gormley on Crosby Beach, Merseyside, England (@ Neale Clarke/age fotostock)

'Another Place' statues by artist Antony Gormley on Crosby Beach, Merseyside, England (@ Neale Clarke/age fotostock)

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• It looks like the sun\s setting on this upstanding individual\s attempt to do a full monty.""But what\s flashing past him today?
• William Gladstone, John Peel, Ken Dodd, John Lennon and Paul McCartney are among the famous sons to hail from this part of the UK.""The guy pictured has got a lot of competition around here
• The iron men in this installation are cast replicas of artist Antony Gormley\s own body.""Swimming might be out of the question for him - but what about paddling?
• These figures can be found spread across a three kilometre stretch of the coastline.""They\re here year-round, whatever the weather

Cable cars at Ocean Park Hong Kong, Hong Kong (@ Steven Vidler/Corbis)

Cable cars at Ocean Park Hong Kong, Hong Kong (@ Steven Vidler/Corbis)

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• You are looking at part of the 1.5km cable car system that connects The Summit with The Waterfront here.""It has a capacity of 4,000 passengers per hour
• Giant pandas, an aquarium and three rollercoasters are just some of the attractions at this theme park.""On a windy day, this is probably the wildest ride
• Millions of tourists come here every year, making it one of the planet\s most popular amusement parks.""Want to see some of the other highlights?
• This procession of colourful containers can be found in one of Earth\s most densely-populated cities.""Shall we find out what all the fuss is about?

Female peahen observing a male peacock with his plumage out (@ Dave Blackey/Getty Images)

Female peahen observing a male peacock with his plumage out (@ Dave Blackey/Getty Images)

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• This stunning display comes complete with what looks like a multitude of feather pupils.""All eyes are on who?
• Everyone knows the male of this species is called a peacock - what about the female?""Let\s see if we can find out
• Girls the world over are accustomed to hearing some pretty dire one-liners from boys.""Surely none of them are this bad?
• Native to South Asia, these colourful creatures grace gardens around the world.""But which country claims them as its national bird?

The day's last light touches the summit of Mt. Everest and other nearby peaks in Sagarmāthā National Park, Nepal (@ Dan Rafla/Aurora/Getty Images)

The day's last light touches the summit of Mt. Everest and other nearby peaks in Sagarmāthā National Park, Nepal (@ Dan Rafla/Aurora/Getty Images)

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• The Sanskrit name for this place roughly translates as ‘sky forehead\.""What does it actually look like?
• A bit of community spirit is all that\s required when it comes to keeping the village green neat and tidy.""But how much do you need in the Death Zone at 8,000m?
• The tallest of the peaks pictured is called ‘Chomolungma\ by Tibetans, meaning ‘Goddess Mother of the World\.""Which two men became the first to reach her summit on this day, 1953?
• It takes most climbers up to 12 hours to walk the final two kilometres to the summit of this imperious rock face.""Altitude sickness, frostbite and exhaustion are constant dangers here

A school of manta rays feeding in plankton-rich water off the coast of Santa Catalina, Panama (@ Logan Mock-Bunting/Aurora Photos)

A school of manta rays feeding in plankton-rich water off the coast of Santa Catalina, Panama (@ Logan Mock-Bunting/Aurora Photos)

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• Swimming with these things can be hazardous - some grow to nearly eight metres across.""But do they have a sting in their tail?
• If you want to get close to these rays and not scare them, try free diving without a scuba tank.""Or you could become a mermaid, like this lady
• Bat-shaped \wings\ give these creatures the appearance of flying under the water\s surface.""Watch them really take off
• To see schools of fish like this you\ll have to fly to Panama\s Mosquito Gulf.""That sounds expensive - shall we take a virtual ride on the Manta rollercoaster instead?

Sunset over Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, USA (@ Clipcanvas)

Sunset over Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, USA (@ Clipcanvas)

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• It\s an important day for this all-American icon.""What\s the occasion?
• This bridge is repainted from end to end every year with 40,000 litres of fresh paint.""Fact or urban myth?
• The city where you\ll find this awe-inspiring landmark can often be very hard to look at.""Bet you haven\t got the foggiest what we\re talking about
• Al Capone, George \Machine Gun\ Kelly and the \Birdman of Alcatraz\ all used to live near here.""Their house was virtually impossible to leave

Bridal Veil Falls’ 'Cave of the Winds' tour in Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, New York, USA (@ age fotostock/SuperStock)

Bridal Veil Falls’ 'Cave of the Winds' tour in Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, New York, USA (@ age fotostock/SuperStock)

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• Maybe you\ve dreamed of bathing under a waterfall…""But surely it didn\t look like this?
• The only yellow thing about these brave, intrepid souls is their outfits.""In just one minute, a million full bathtubs of water will rain down on them
• With a vertical drop of more than 50m, stunts have been banned in these parts for around 125 years.""What has one daredevil been given permission to do in June?
• You are looking at Bridal Veil Falls, one of three terrific torrents that dominate the landscape around here.""But you probably know them all by this name

Flowers photographed at Gardening Leave, Auchincruive, Ayrshire, Scotland, as part of Bing Help Your Britain

Flowers photographed at Gardening Leave, Auchincruive, Ayrshire, Scotland, as part of Bing Help Your Britain

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• Today\s homepage guests seek to provide structure, routine and exercise to former military personnel.""They believe gardening “can give back a sense of hope for the future”
• Our Help Your Britain charity campaign is featuring an organisation which recently turned five.""In that time, more than 200 war veterans have signed up to its green-fingered gang
• Gardening Leave was founded in 2007 and now has sites in Auchincruive, Erskine, Rosendael and London\s Royal Hospital Chelsea.""Can you spot some of their handiwork from way up here?
• Walled gardens such as this can provide a place of sanctuary for people who really need it.""In what way does horticultural therapy help them?

Sun rays slanting into misty valleys below conical peaks in Nantou County, Taiwan (@ Artbeats/Baoying Multimedia Technologies Inc.)

Sun rays slanting into misty valleys below conical peaks in Nantou County, Taiwan (@ Artbeats/Baoying Multimedia Technologies Inc.)

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• Misty settings like these are a photographer\s dream.""Want to see further evidence?
• Hiking nearly 4,000m up here is thirsty work.""Why not refresh yourself with a cup of the region\s world famous tea?
• This sea of clouds has been stunningly shot at the peak of mount Yushan.""The bottom of it is equally amazing
• You are looking at the highest mountain in east Asia, one of 28 finalists in 2009\s New7Wonders of Nature.""On which island can it be found?

Aerial view of a peach orchard in full springtime bloom near Chesnee, South Carolina, USA (@ Harrison Shull/Aurora Photos)

Aerial view of a peach orchard in full springtime bloom near Chesnee, South Carolina, USA (@ Harrison Shull/Aurora Photos)

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• There are so many forested areas around here it\s hard not to go green with envy.""Shall we take a look from a crow\s perspective?
• The Presidents of the United States of America have been infatuated with this fruit for some time.""Have you heard their song about it?
• When this crop ripens, you\ll need to quickly whip up some recipes.""The culinary skills of these guys will make you crumble
• The state where you\ll find this spot was named by King Charles II in honour of his late father.""Carolina is Latin for Charles land

Multicolored buckets at a market in Loropéni, Burkina Faso (@ Ivern Photo/age fotostock)

Multicolored buckets at a market in Loropéni, Burkina Faso (@ Ivern Photo/age fotostock)

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• When these multicoloured buckets outlive their purpose, they\re put to a new use.""What thriving industry has only just been introduced here?
• The market town featured today is positioned close to the mysterious Loropéni ruins.""In 2009, it became this country\s first UNESCO World Heritage site
• Every year, cyclists from across this region get on their bikes for a race lasting over a thousand kilometres.""Imagine if the Tour de France was transported to Africa
• These cool containers can be found in a country which, until 1984, was called the Republic of Upper Volta.""Its new name means ‘the land of upright people\

An installation by Yayoi Kusama at the Liverpool Biennial, International Festival Of Contemporary Art (@ Jim Dyson/Getty Images)

An installation by Yayoi Kusama at the Liverpool Biennial, International Festival Of Contemporary Art (@ Jim Dyson/Getty Images)

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• This cool constellation was made by a Japanese artist with a reputation for far out pieces.""Remarkably, she\s been living in a hospital for the mentally ill since 1973
• Infinity Mirror Room is just one of the works currently showing as part of a full retrospective by this artist.""Where can you see them all?
• Jonathon Ross recently called the creator of the installation pictured “the world\s greatest living artist.\"""Find out why by exploring more of Yayoi Kusama\s work
• The 82-year-old who put this stunning sight together has an obsession with polka dots.""Shall we see where she got the idea from?

Redwood trees in Redwood National Park, California, USA (@ William Manning/Corbis)

Redwood trees in Redwood National Park, California, USA (@ William Manning/Corbis)

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• Across the world, people recently celebrated towering trunks like these for Arbor Day.""They sprout up everywhere here, as you can see
• This park contains what is said to be the biggest tree on Earth.""Who\s brave enough to check out the view from the top?
• The Brown Pelican, Bald Eagle and Northern Spotted Owl are among the animals that thrive in this spectacular landscape.""That\s why it\s been a World Heritage site for over 30 years
• Located on the coast of northern California, this national parkland boasts some of the tallest tree species known to man.""Which Star Wars film used this location as home to the Ewoks?

Land’s End in Cornwall (@ Ray Bradshaw/Getty Images)

Land’s End in Cornwall (@ Ray Bradshaw/Getty Images)

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• You have reached the westernmost point of England\s mainland.""Shall we check out the view?
• About 8,000 people will take part in the run which kicks off here today.""It\s fair to say they\ve got a torch to bear
• The eyes of the world are on the UK over the coming months, watching a collection of the Earth\s finest athletes.""But can any of them compete with this 100-year-old runner?
• The Olympic flame begins its 70-day journey here before traversing the country within one hour of 95% of the UK population.""Let\s find out where it will cross the finish line

Sunset over tidal area in Brisbane mangrove tree (@ visionandimagination.com / Getty Images)

Sunset over tidal area in Brisbane mangrove tree (@ visionandimagination.com / Getty Images)

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• The intertidal zone of northern and eastern Australia is dominated by trees like this.""Let\s find out why they provide a “unique environment” for wildlife
• Stunning red sunsets are all well and good.""But it makes it rather hard to spot these dashing local birds
• You might be surprised to find this member of the Rhizophoraceae family on the east coast of Australia.""Surely they\re most at home right here?
• The coastline of this country is populated by an estimated 11,500 square kilometres of these trees.""But the gnarly one pictured was found close to which capital city?

Geirangerfjord with cruise ship and The Seven Sisters waterfall on far right, Geiranger, Møre og Romsdal, Norway (@ Karsten Bidstrup/Lonely Planet Images)

Geirangerfjord with cruise ship and The Seven Sisters waterfall on far right, Geiranger, Møre og Romsdal, Norway (@ Karsten Bidstrup/Lonely Planet Images)

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• Can you spot the cruise ship motoring along the fantastic, 15-kilometre fjord pictured?""Let\s feel the spray from the waterside of this UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Across this nation today, young and old are parading in the streets.""But what are they celebrating?
• Many spectacular waterfalls line this fjord, including a lusty force of nature called \The Suitor\.""He\s courting an incredible seven sisters!
• Sailors in these waters can experience up to 20 hours of sunlight a day.""Where is this land of the midnight sun?

Two llamas in the Latir Peak Wilderness, New Mexico, USA (@ Ryan Heffernan/Aurora Photos)

Two llamas in the Latir Peak Wilderness, New Mexico, USA (@ Ryan Heffernan/Aurora Photos)

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• Things look like they\ve got really weird for Dr Dolittle\s Pushmi-pullyu!""That pair didn\t know whether they were coming or going
• There\s something about this animal species that brings out the comical side in people.""Are you ready for this?
• It\s really no wonder these two don\t know where to look.""They\ve just seen this knockout gallery of endless cuteness
• This sturdy couple are enjoying a sunny day on Latir Peak, a near 4,000-metre high mountain.""It can be found in which American state?

Aerial view of Dalyan River delta near Dalyan, Turkey (@ Guido Alberto Rossi/Axiom)

Aerial view of Dalyan River delta near Dalyan, Turkey (@ Guido Alberto Rossi/Axiom)

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• More than 2,000 years ago, an ancient Greek civilisation carved elaborate tombs high into cliffs in this river delta.""Look up from the water - you can still see their handiwork
• In 1987, Prince Philip stepped in to block development of a beautiful beach resort on the Turquoise Coast here.""He wanted to protect which endangered reptile?
• The secret of younger-looking skin can supposedly be found in these waters.""But how many of us would go this far to find it?
• This ancient land overlooks the Mediterranean, Black, Aegaen and Dead seas.""Where is this bridge between the East and the West?

Freshly stripped cork oaks in Catalonia, Spain (@ John Miller/plainpicture/Robert Harding)

Freshly stripped cork oaks in Catalonia, Spain (@ John Miller/plainpicture/Robert Harding)

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• Wow, something strange is happening to these trees.""Shall we uncork this mystery?
• This region is famous both for producing wine stoppers and for a certain fizzy liquid that goes inside bottles.""Cava, the sparkling wine, originated here in 1851
• The process taking place here could give you the perfect excuse to down endless bottles of wine.""Put that booze away and let\s find out exactly what\s going on
• These freshly stripped members of the Quercus suber family can be found in a part of Spain.""But about half the world\s cork supply actually comes from which neighbouring country?

Red fox vixen and her kit, Alaska, USA (@ Johnny Johnson/age fotostock)

Red fox vixen and her kit, Alaska, USA (@ Johnny Johnson/age fotostock)

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• To really get up close to this species of fox, venture to the Andreafsky Wilderness.""Where on Earth is that?
• Feeding time for these animals isn\t all about rummaging through next door\s dustbin, you know.""Let\s take a look at these guys doing it with rather more style
• Cute creatures like these ones are no strangers to the big screen.""What fantastic movie saw them take a lead role?
• Weighing only roughly 15 pounds, this wild wanderer must rely on more than just brute strength.""Basically, they need to be as smart as a…

Thurne dyke drainage mill on the River Thurne, Norfolk Broads (@ Loop Images / SuperStock)

Thurne dyke drainage mill on the River Thurne, Norfolk Broads (@ Loop Images / SuperStock)

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• This landmark was built in 1820 and is among 300 open to the public for free as part of National Mills Weekend.""What are you waiting for?
• Sunset on the Norfolk Broads is a truly spectacular sight.""The view from above is pretty good too
• Fed up with extortionate energy bills and considering building your own windmill at the bottom of the garden?""This man will show you how…
• Visitors to this part of the UK can explore over 200 kilometres of navigable waterways, spanning seven rivers and 63 broads.""Did you know it enjoys the same status as a national park?

An example of the thousands of books kept at The Magic Circle's library, London (@ Guilhem Alandry/Corbis)

An example of the thousands of books kept at The Magic Circle's library, London (@ Guilhem Alandry/Corbis)

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• If you\re looking to learn all the tricks of this mysterious trade, try starting here.""Or you could watch this?
• Have you ever wondered how many different books have actually been published?""One hundred million, apparently - this guy wants to collect them all!
• These well-leafed tomes can be found at the HQ of The Magic Circle, the hush hush magicians\ society.""Where is their ‘house of 10,000 secrets\?
• Some say the digital onslaught has put the future of these things in doubt.""Let\s join the debate!