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Grootbos Reserve, Cape Floral Region, South Africa

The Cape’s fascinations of nature

South Africa’s Cape might be just 0.5% of Africa’s landmass, but it has 20% of the continent’s plant species. And, oddly, they’re fascinating!

Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Japan

It’s the small things that matter

The art of bonsai is an ancient and very special tradition in Japan. At this museum, you can learn more about the beauty of the art.

Koyasan, Japan, Kii mountains, world heritage, pilgrimage routes

The pilgrims’ pain

Koyasan is one of the World Heritage Sites on the Kii Mountain Range of Japan. For the pilgrims a thousand years ago, it was a welcome sanctuary.

Black Forest, Feldberg, Germany

The Black Forest turns white

The snow has come early this year, turning the Black Forest in Germany white. Check out these images of the trees as the seasons change.

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Ireland’s most popular natural site

These stunning cliffs on the western coast of Ireland have become one of the country’s most-visited tourist sites. These photos should show you why.

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BREAKING NEWS: Irish citizens see sun for first time

Earlier reports that an apocalypse had struck in Ireland have proven to be false. This news organisation has confirmed the large flaming ball was the sun.

Khao Luang Cave, Phetchaburi, Thailand

Beam me up, Buddha

This spectacular cave in the Thai city of Phetchaburi is special not just because of the statues inside, but for the way they catch the light.

Erawan Falls, waterfalls near kanchanaburi, Thailand

The Thai waterfalls

The Erawan Falls are on the most popular spots in all the national parks of Thailand. Just a short trip from Kanchanaburi, it’s a beautiful place to relax.

Visiting Kew Gardens, London, England

Protecting the world a seed at a time

The Kew Gardens in London are much more than just a park. They’re at the centre of efforts to protect the world’s plant species.

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