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If nature had a 'do not disturb' sign, it would hang over Sarek National Park, often called 'the last European wilderness.' This remote corner of Swedish Lapland reminds us what the planet looks like when humans take a step back—and let the wild take the lead.

Established in 1909, Sarek is one of the continent's oldest national parks and remains untouched by modern infrastructure. There are no marked trails, no cosy cafés and definitely no shortcuts. Instead, it offers over 200 peaks, nearly 100 glaciers and valleys shaped by ice and time. It is part of the Laponian Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the Indigenous Sámi people, whose reindeer herding traditions still thrive across these lands.

Wildlife here plays it cool—moose, lynx and wolverines keep things low-key. Even the rivers refuse to stay still, carving their own paths through the landscape. Sarek makes a strong case for inaction. Sometimes, protecting the planet means resisting the urge to tame it.

In the plain of La Mancha, the windmills of Consuegra stand as a powerful symbol of the landscape and history of Castilla-La Mancha. Located on the Calderico hill, they dominate the horizon with their white blades that evoke scenes from the rural and literary past. Many of these mills have been restored and retain their original machinery, which allows us to understand their traditional function in milling grain.

In addition to its historical value, the complex is part of an outstanding cultural and tourist attraction. The nearby medieval fortress accompanies the silhouette of the mills and reinforces the heritage character of the place. Throughout the year, activities and visits are held to learn about how it works and its importance in local life. This environment offers a representative image of La Mancha's identity, where tradition, landscape and memory are harmoniously integrated, attracting visitors from all over the world in search of this unique picture.

Poetic name, poetic appearance. Meet the snowy egret, whose all-white plumage and bright yellow 'slippers' on black legs give it a striking look. Once nearly wiped out by demand for its delicate breeding-season feathers—soft, lacy plumes prized for fashionable hats—conservation efforts saved its plumage.

Today's image shows a snowy egret preening in central Florida, a common sight in the state's wetlands year-round. Preening keeps its feathers clean and waterproof—essential for a hunter that stalks shallow waters for fish, shrimp and insects. These wading birds are known for their active style, stirring the water with those yellow feet to startle prey.

Standing about 60 centimetres tall with a wingspan around 90 centimetres, snowy egrets nest in colonies and return each spring to breeding grounds across the southern United States. Today, their thriving presence is a reminder of the power of conservation efforts.

Cutting a surreal path through the high-altitude deserts of western China, Xitai Jinaier Lake (also known as West Taijinar Lake) is a striking salt lake in the remote Qaidam Basin. A stretch of National Highway 315 runs directly across its shallow waters, creating the illusion of a road floating between two worlds. On one side, the water often appears deep blue; on the other, a softer green hue, a contrast shaped by differing mineral concentrations in the brine.

Set more than 2,600 metres above sea level, the lake lies within a vast, arid basin where salt lakes and desert expanses dominate the landscape. Here, evaporation leaves behind mineral-rich deposits, giving the water its unusual tones. The result is a stark yet captivating environment—quiet, expansive and almost otherworldly. Driving across Xitai Jinaier Lake feels like crossing an inland sea at the edge of the world, where geology and isolation combine to create one of China's most unforgettable landscapes.

An adventurer shown here cycles through Bardenas Reales Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve in Navarra, Spain, a stark landscape shaped by wind and water over millions of years. Its maze of eroded cliffs, plateaus and dry channels feels closer to another planet than northern Spain. Ever wondered why filmmakers use it as a stand-in for deserts and distant worlds? The reserve covers more than 400 square kilometres and supports hardy plants adapted to heat, drought and poor soils. Griffon vultures circle above ravines, while foxes, wildcats and migratory birds move across the semi-arid terrain.

Protected as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the park allows cycling on designated routes, offering a rare chance to experience a fragile environment at ground level and human speed. With little rainfall and dramatic temperature shifts between day and night, Bardenas Reales reveals how life persists in one of Spain's most unusual natural landscapes. Some rock formations even carry local names inspired by castles, animals and regional legends.

June 2 is Republic Day, an anniversary that celebrates the birth of democratic Italy. In 1946, with an institutional referendum, Italians were called upon to choose the form of the State, marking the beginning of a new political and civil season. Today this day is an opportunity to remember the value of participation, freedom and shared responsibility. From official ceremonies to local initiatives, the country pauses to reflect on the path taken and the challenges still open.

The Republic is not just an institutional system, but a living idea that is renewed every day through the contribution of those who study, work, engage and participate in collective life. It is a balance built over time, made up of rights and duties that intertwine. Celebrating June 2 also means looking to the future with awareness, remembering that democracy is never acquired once and for all, but is preserved and strengthened over time.