In the late 19th century, rumours of gold in the Yukon attracted many eager to claim their ticket to fortune. The White Pass railroad was a days' long journey to the gateway to the gold fields: the Klondike. You can retrace the journey of those people long ago on this narrow gauge railroad passing through grand scenery.

A large brown bear stands poised on a sturdy tree branch, intently searching for any sign of its next meal, ready to pounce at the first glimpse of a salmon swimming upstream. This apex predator of the Alaskan wilderness, a true symbol of the rugged, untamed beauty of this northern landscape, commands an almost primal respect as it waits patiently, its immense size and raw, unbridled strength a testament to the incredible adaptations that have allowed it to thrive in this harsh, unforgiving environment. The bear's very presence is a reminder of the remarkable diversity of life that continues to flourish in the remote, pristine ecosystems of Alaska.

As the car winds its way along the snowy Alaskan highway, the driver is treated to a breathtaking panoramic vista on all sides. Towering, snow-capped mountains rise up majestically to leaden skies. The road itself is blanketed in a pristine layer of glistening white, the flakes crunching softly beneath the tyres with each passing mile.

Nestled deep within the untamed wilderness of remote Alaska, a humble log cabin stands resolute against the elements, its weathered timber walls and snow-capped roof a testament to the resilience of both the structure and the rugged landscape that surrounds it. This remote outpost, far removed from the bustle of modern civilization, offers a glimpse into a simpler, more self-sufficient way of life, where the roar of snowmobiles and the faint hum of generators have been replaced by the tranquil silence of nature in its purest form. It is a place of solitude and reflection, a refuge for the weary soul seeking respite from the complexities of the outside world, surrounded by the pristine, untouched beauty that defines the essence of wild, untamed Alaska.

The serene, snow-covered path winds its way through the towering, snow-capped glaciers of Alaska, a true winter wonderland. As you step onto the trail, the crunch of fresh powder beneath your boots signals your entry into a pristine, icy realm, where the world seems hushed and tranquil. Tall, majestic peaks rise up on either side, their jagged edges glistening in the pale sunlight that filters through the cloudy skies above. The path itself is a pristine ribbon of white.

A sleek, powerful helicopter stands poised atop the glistening, frozen expanse of an ancient glacier. The helicopter's presence serves as a stark contrast to the timeless, untamed beauty of the glacier, a reminder of man's technological prowess and our ability to venture into even the most remote, inhospitable corners of the natural world.

As the sun rises over the snow-capped peaks, the red fox can often be spotted trotting across the tundra, its keen senses alert for any potential prey. Its distinctive pointed ears, which can rotate independently to pinpoint the faintest of sounds, give the red fox a distinct advantage in detecting and tracking down its next meal. Even when food is scarce, these resilient creatures are able to subsist on a diverse diet, including berries, roots, and other plant matter.

Cutting a stark silhouette against the bleak, wintry landscape, a line of telegraph poles stands steadfast and resolute, their wooden frames jutting up from the snow-blanketed ground. The poles, their surfaces weathered and worn by the relentless elements, march steadily across the open expanse, their crossbeams adorned with a web of wires that hum and sing with the current of unseen messages being transmitted.

Paper clouds float over the enchanting paper mountains and trees in the darkening purple sky. Do paper tigers or bears roam these paper lands?

Made to the same recipe for over a hundred years, this hot dog street stand offers lots of choice! Will you go for a footlong dog (30 cm), a chunky 6" Jumbo or a Colossal quarter-pounder? Will you garnish it with Coney Island Deli Mustard, New York sauerkraut, pickled dill spears/slices or pickled horseradish—or a mixture of all of them?

Feeling hungry after your stint visiting the Museum of Modern Art? The Finer Diner is just the place to dine in style on good, honest food. How about starting with Manhattan Clam Chowder then moving on to the Brooklyn Diner Cheeseburger Deluxe with Vermont cheddar, hickory smoked bacon, frizzled onion rings & French fries?

You would need to be very brave to voyage the seas before the ability to measure longitude on board ships was invented! The further people wished to sail, the greater the risks, whether along well-travelled routes or into relatively unknown waters. The determination of longitude was of most interest to nations investing in long-distance trade and out­posts overseas. Greenwich is home to the National Maritime Museum.

The deckchair, taking its name from those used on ocean liners, became establish­ed in British sea­side resorts in the 1860s, used on piers, promen­ades, and parks in London, bring­ing a feel of summer holidays to the metro­polis. The simple, light­weight, easily transport­able deck­chair has stood the test of time.

If you are up to tackling the highest peak in South Wales, at 3000 ft, this is it! It is the highlight of all the attractions in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The views of the Welsh countryside from the top, or indeed, throughout the ascent, are spectacular!

Outside Cardiff city centre, you do not have far to go to be able to relax with a refreshing walk in peaceful country surroundings. There are several rivers that run through Cardiff. The Welsh for river is afon.

Wherever you are in the locality of this 13-peak massif located in Lijiang, Yunnan, China, you will find it dominates the skyline -- unsurprisingly, given its 13,350 ft (5596 m) height! A small monastery was established in the 1750s at the foot of the mountain. When in the area, take in Lijiang Old Town and the Tiger Leaping Gorge. The mountain is relatively close to the border with northern Myanmar.

There are many qualities attributed to dragon scales. They are said to shatter any weapon, and their flat, overlapping design means missiles merely slide off. The scales are fireproof. They are long, but move easily with the dragon's muscles. Some breeds of dragon have pigment cells in their scales that allow them to change colour for camouflage. Oh, to be a dragon!

Oranges are antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antimicrobial—they're simply delicious too, when either squeezed as juice or eaten in segments! They are of course high in Vitamin C and also in potassium and have numerous health benefits. It's no wonder that oranges are one of the most popular fruits around!

Lemons grow on trees and are a hybrid of citron and lime. Being very tart, they are not eaten on their own but have many culinary uses, from lemonade to garnishes. They are high in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and potassium.

Here's a little Japanese-style aid to meditation: a pagoda lantern surrounded by natural stones. It can also aid concentration in the practice of yoga. Whilst creating a mini relaxation garden, it is recommended to stay with neutral and earthy colors, such as like white, cream, grey and beige.

In aromatherapy, essential oil of lavender is considered one of the most sought after for use. It is reputed to be beneficial for stress as it aids relaxation. In cosmetic and skincare preparations, lavender essential oil is often utilised for its pleasant aroma but also for its many benefits for the skin. Lavender can also help you keep a shiny, thick, glossy and healthy head of hair!

A collage of hearts in calming pastel shades, offers a romantic yet modern and stylish composition.

Pot pourri in a glass jar gives your home a pleasant scent whilst acting as a decoration in its own right.

This popular ornamental plant belongs to the nightshade family and is native to Asia and southern Europe. Its botanical name is Alkekengi officinarum. It has been used in traditional medicine for over two thousand years. For example, it has antibacterial properties. The flowers play a role in Japanese festivals to honour the spirits of one's ancestors.

Essential oils are made from natural products, such as flower petals. The oils are used in massage or for inhalation, and have a wide variety of benefits.

A winter sky of delicate blue, falling snowflakes, and an open expanse of pristine snow for you and your pets to explore. What will you add? This is the perfect place to make snowmen or have an epic snowball battle.

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Spearmint ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground has small traces of iron ore. Pet Families that appreciate the more subtle things in life will construct their strongholds from spearmint ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Spearmint ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground has small traces of iron ore. Pet Families that appreciate the more subtle things in life will construct their strongholds from spearmint ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Green ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground is rich with iron ore. Only the grandest of Pet Families will construct their strongholds from green ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Green ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground is rich with iron ore. Only the grandest of Pet Families will construct their strongholds from green ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Pink ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground runs rich with compressed carbon and kimberlite. Pet Families that appreciate understated elegance will construct their homes from pink ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Pink ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground runs rich with compressed carbon and kimberlite. Pet Families that appreciate understated elegance will construct their homes from pink ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Purple ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground runs rich with manganese. Flamboyant Pet Families that appreciate glamour will construct their homes from purple ice!

Deep in the PnF Arctic Tundra, amid frozen ground where no trees grow, Pets have learned to adapt to their environment, carving grandiose homes, castles and furniture from blocks of ice. Purple ice comes from areas of the PnF Arctic Tundra where the ground runs rich with manganese. Flamboyant Pet Families that appreciate glamour will construct their homes from purple ice!

The landscape which haunts your dreams, though you never once saw it, and you never will ...

Where Sue married Blue. But if only Blue knew, she had married a party, and Blue just made two ...

Wow, are you thinking about living on a ranch? This looks like a great place to live with your pets. Where will you build the house, and what style do you like best? Will you raise sheep, cuddly, fluffy sheep whose wool makes wonderfully warm sweaters, or cows for their delicious milk? Maybe you would like to fill the ranch with alpacas or horses. With such a vast space you will have more than enough room for many friends.

Texas has an unbelievable state park of giant sand dunes! The Monahans Sandhills State Park, while not quite hidden away, is not the most obvious terrain you'd expect in the Lone Star State! Just stand and drink in the beauty of these sand hills! Here we have a 3840-acre park of huge sand dunes that is open to the public. You and your family can enjoy a full day of adventure: sand surfing, horse-riding, hiking, and more. Don't forget your camera to snap those essential pictures of your brilliant time here! Whoa, are you in Texas or lost in the Sahara desert on an epic journey?

Once populated and lively, this dwelling has fallen into disrepair and is water-damaged, Its remaining window has an unhappy, drunken list. The layers of colors on the walls bring us back through the years to happier times when it was inhabited and the focus of family life.

Alamo is Spanish for 'cottonwood'. The first hospital in San Antonio, and indeed in Texas, was established at the Alamo. The Alamo garrison housed Spanish and Mexican forces up to 1835. The siege that took place over a fortnight in early 1836 is the most celebrated military engagement in Texas in the struggle for Texan independence from Mexico. It symbolises patriotic sacrifice in the eyes of many Americans and most Texans. It was a battle in which Texans were heavily outnumbered by Mexicans.

This canyon is a State Park 60 miles long and 800 feet deep. Located in the "pan handle" of Texas, it is a popular scenic location for hiking, fishing, bird watching and mountain biking.

A colony of prairie dogs was established one hundred years ago in Mackenzie Park, Lubbock. You can enjoy watching the critters play and eat -- you won't have seen so many of them together before! Prairie dogs belong to the Scuiridae (squirrel) family. Their other biological relatives include groundhogs, chipmunks, marmots and woodchucks.

In the early 1800s, entire sections of old maps of Texas bore labels such as “Wild Horse Desert”. These tracts of land were home to herds of wild horses in numbers estimated to be close to 1 million. The amount of horses now is a tiny fraction of former numbers. Their origin is believed to be horses that were left behind from Spanish expeditions in the 17th century.

Located on Westheimer Street, this huge complex contains 400 fine stores and restaurants, two high-rise hotels and three office towers.

This trail through Herman Park is a popular one for bird watchers, hikers and mountain bikers, but you can still enjoy solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit at any time.

Here you can visit the historic 300 year old convent, the granary and grist mill. You can hear the stories of the people who came into the Spanish missions to live in the 1700s.

Big Bend National Park, in West Texas, on the border with Mexico. It is a paradise for hikers, with 150 miles of trails through deserts, mountains, canyons, rivers and forests.

You and your pets look at the golden sand stretching as far as the eye can see. The sky is a clear blue, and the waves lap gently against the shore. Are you and your pets ready for a day of swimming and snacking? You remembered to bring your beach umbrella and sunscreen, I hope.

A kaleidoscopic array of cupcakes of all flavours on a strawberry milkshake coloured background, make this a colourful and appetite-provoking wallpaper!

A kaleidoscopic array of ice cream cones of all flavours, plus lollipops and popsicles, all on a chocolate-coloured background, make this a colourful and appetite-provoking wallpaper!

Rare earth elements have made significant contributions to the development of high-tech industries, particularly in the field of functional ceramics. The addition of rare earth elements to raw materials can significantly improve the unique functions of these ceramics. Functional ceramics is a new type of ceramic material for meeting the developing needs of computer science, automatic control, sensing technology, bioengineering, environmental science and other fields.

During the last 30 years there has been a surge in the applications of rare earth elements and their alloys in several technology devices such as computer memory, DVDs, rechargeable batteries, autocatalytic converters, super magnets, mobile phones, LED lighting, superconductors, glass additives, fluorescent materials, phosphate binding agents, solar panels and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) agents. The most abundant rare-earth element is cerium, which is actually the 25th most abundant element in Earth's crust, having 68 parts per million (about as common as copper).

There are 17 metallic elements that make up the rare earths. You will find them, with the atomic numbers 21, 39, and 57–71, in the middle of the periodic table. These metals have unusual fluorescent, phosphorescent, conductive and magnetic properties—which make them very useful when alloyed, or mixed, in small quantities with less uncommon metals, such as iron.

Here's a fun, customisable fridge magnet for your pet!
On a slightly more serious note, all sorts of gadgets and devices are powered these days using magnets made from rare earth metals. These metals are being utilised increasingly in very high-tech systems and their success brings a boost to the economy. Rare earth magnets are made from the elements neodymium, iron and boron and so are known as NdFeB magnets. NdFeB magnets are the strongest magnets you can get (except for superconducting magnets). Rare earth metals are now utilised to improve the efficiency and performance of numerous technologies, including the magnetic technologies that power hybrid and electric vehicles, aircraft controls, loudspeakers, mobile phones, wind turbines, loudspeakers, factory automation equipment and robots! Rare earth metals have enabled the miniaturisation of all of these systems, making smaller, more compact components.

In 1842 the number of known rare-earth elements was six: yttrium, cerium, lanthanum, didymium, erbium and terbium. Rare earth elements have become extremely important to our world of technology owing to their unique properties. These elements are critical to technologies ranging from mobile phones and televisions to LED light bulbs and wind turbines.

A stunning example of Gaudi's work in this Spanish park. What finer place to sit and relax in the sun for a while? Designer and architect Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) was at the forefront of the Art Nouveau movement in Spain. Barcelona saw the creation of some of the city's most notable landmarks. Gaudí was a pioneer in his field using color, texture and movement in ways never before imagined. His works are a testament to his genius.

This jolly, chuckling pumpkin looks like he can't wait for Hallowe'en! Adding a candle inside a ceramic pumpkin is a great way to cast a haunting glow and add a spooky atmosphere to any Hallowe'en event! It will look spooktacular on the windowsill as its orange glowing light shines through its cut out details.

Are these cats saying "See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil"? Dear me, no! I imagine our ginger friend on the left is saying, "Dude, where's my breakfast?" The innocent looking feline in the middle is thinking: "Why doesn't this human put the fire on?" And the grey cat is wishing you would stop whatever pointless activity you're engaged in and set his clockwork mouse going, or dragging a lure across the carpet for him to pounce on.

Set off your bar wall décor with this eye-catching neon bar sign to create a welcoming vibe and notch up the look of your place! It's the perfect accessory to jazz up your home bar. Neon was discovered in 1898 and the name comes from the Greek neos, meaning 'new'. It is the second Noble gas and is the fifth most abundant element in the universe. Only red signs contain pure neon; the other colours combine neon with other gases.

The art of creating stained glass windows to decorate churches and cathedrals is over a thousand years old. It took very skilled craftsmen to create them. Stained glass is glass that has been coloured by adding metallic salts during its manufacture, and normally by then further decorating it in various ways. Many large windows have withstood the elements for over hundreds of years and remained for the most part intact since the late mediaeval time.

It has surely seen better days ... perhaps this house has been abandoned, and the exterior allowed to fall into disrepair. Whatever the situation, this shot of a old building, perhaps a former farmhouse or barn, has a great atmosphere, particularly with the reflection in the window panes ...

A long exposure at night creates a beautiful image of curving bright lights captured in motion as they pass here in Denver, Colorado.

It's like living in a computer-generated world where the sun when it rises is dusky pink and the ground is a grid of neon purple lines, which stretches out endlessly towards the horizon.

Is it a disco floor? Or the scene of an interactive futuristic game, with its neon lines, abstract sun in pink and blue, and the geometric palm trees lining the path with spiky mountains in the background?

Auroras occur when charged particles (electrons and protons) collide with gases in the Earth's upper atmosphere. Those collisions produce tiny flashes that fill the sky with colourful light. As billions of flashes occur in sequence, the auroras appear to move or dance in the sky.

The aurora can be seen near the poles of both the northern and southern hemisphere. In the north the display is known as the aurora borealis; in the south it is called the aurora australis. What we are seeing in these beautiful displays in the sky are atoms and molecules in our atmosphere colliding with particles from the sun. The aurora's characteristic wavy patterns and curtains of light are caused by the lines of force in the Earth’s magnetic field.

What causes the different colours in the aurora? Different gases give off different colours when they are heated. The same process is also taking place in the aurora. The two primary gases in the Earth’s atmosphere are nitrogen and oxygen, and these elements give off different colours during an aurora display. The green we see in the aurora is characteristic of oxygen, while hints of purple, blue or pink are caused by nitrogen.

This is a piece of modern architectural work that is amazing in its use of swirling metal, which looks like it could almost be made of cloth, so graceful and lifelike are the curves.

Escalators are an indispensable part of a mobile society. They keep people moving in virtually all areas of public life, from airports and railway stations to shopping centres, large department stores and even the larger hotels. They can handle a huge amount of people, and are beneficial to the elderly or those with reduced mobility, as an escalator can be fitted in the same space as stairs, and means they don't have to climb stairs. There is no waiting time either -- just stand on the first step, hold the handrail and be transported to the floor or floors above!

Just imagine where these tracks might lead ... what journeys will you go on in your mind? What can be seen past the curve round the bend?

I'll wager your pets won't be able to wait to get their paws, claws or fins on this fun painting set! What masterpieces will they produce? Hopefully it'll keep them happily engaged for hours.

This is the entrance to a mineral cave in Australia. What mysteries of nature can be found when deep in the dark cavern? The pastime of exploring such caves is known as speleology, which is the scientific study of caves, especially in respect of their geological formation, flora and fauna, etc

This cave in Hungary has natural mineral formations of stalactites and stalagmites. Speleothems, sometimes referred to as formations or decorations, are cave features formed by the deposition of minerals. The word speleothem is derived from the Greek words spelaion meaning "cave" and thema meaning "deposit". The speleothems with which most people are familiar are stalactites and stalagmites. Speleothems form at varying rates as calcite crystals build up. Most scientists believe that the color of speleothems are determined by the mineral content. Pure calcite is white and almost colorless. Iron and other minerals, as well as acids from surface vegetation, combine with calcite crystals to add shades of red, orange and black to the color of speleothems.

These beautiful houses with their ornate gates, roofs, gables and lamps, can be discovered on a stroll around Bruges.

A place to relax over a delicious meal at the end of a day's sightseeing in Bruges, this cosy restaurant can be discovered amongst the winding back streets of the city.