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  • FEATURE - Best of - Bilder des Tages
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    FEATURE - Best of - Bilder des Tages
    November 14, 2017 - Tel Aviv, Israel - Students train in pole dancing at the Jose Rodrigues Dance and Pole Company studio in Tel Aviv, under the instruction of Jose Rodrigues, 28, national pole champion in Israel. Rodrigues, a former professional ballet dancer, moved to Israel from South Africa in 2012, holds a leading role in transforming pole dancing from an erotic art form to a legitimate sport in Israel and hopes to bring home an Olympic medal one day. The Global Association of International Sports Federation (GAISF) gave the International Pole Sport Federation 'observer' status in October 2017, thus recognizing pole dance as a sport (FOTO: DUKAS/ZUMA)
    (c) Dukas

     

  • FEATURE - Weston Sand Skulpturen Festival in Somerset
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    FEATURE - Weston Sand Skulpturen Festival in Somerset
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Geoffrey Swaine/REX/Shutterstock (8610505ak)
    Upside Down House
    Weston Sand Sculpture Festival, Weston Super Mare, Somerset, UK - 13 Apr 2017

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668h)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668g)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668f)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668e)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668d)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668c)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668b)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
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    NEWS - Belgischer Fischkutter kentert im englischen Kanal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Invicta Kent Media/REX/Shutterstock (7674668a)
    The Belgium Fishing Trawler that turned upside down in The English Channel in the early hours of this morning with a crew of Three
    Belgian fishing trawler capsizes in the English Channel, UK - 28 Dec 2016
    One man was saved on top of the Boat by the Lifeboat
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • REPORTAGE - Madagascar
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    REPORTAGE - Madagascar
    MANDATORY CREDIT: Sara Zaneletti/Rex Shutterstock. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Sara Zaneletti/REX/Shutterstock (5953314j)
    Allée des Baobabs - the incredible "upside-down tree" tending to the sky, tending to a little timid moon at blue hour
    Wildlife and landscapes, Madagascar - Aug 2016
    Welcome to the island of lemurs, baobabs and sublime coastlines.

    Photographer Sara Zaneletti dedicates all her spare time to traveling - both discovering her country, Italy, and exploring the rest of the world.
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - England: Lichtwanderung für Erdbebenopfer in Nepal
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    NEWS - England: Lichtwanderung für Erdbebenopfer in Nepal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Robert Rathbone/REX/Shutterstock (5659675g)
    A procession of about 500 walkers with head torches climbed the Lake District fell Catbells overlooking lake Derwentwater near Keswick, Cumbria on Saturday night. The Catbells Festival of Light was organised and supervised by Lakeland Mountain Guides to raise money for Community Action Nepal. Almost a year ago on 25th April 2015 an earthquake devastated Nepal resulting in over 7,000 deaths, and so many more people had their lives turned upside down
    The Catbells Festival of Light, Keswick, Cumbria, Britain - 23 Apr 2016

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - England: Lichtwanderung für Erdbebenopfer in Nepal
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    NEWS - England: Lichtwanderung für Erdbebenopfer in Nepal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Robert Rathbone/REX/Shutterstock (5659675f)
    A procession of about 500 walkers with head torches climbed the Lake District fell Catbells overlooking lake Derwentwater near Keswick, Cumbria on Saturday night. The Catbells Festival of Light was organised and supervised by Lakeland Mountain Guides to raise money for Community Action Nepal. Almost a year ago on 25th April 2015 an earthquake devastated Nepal resulting in over 7,000 deaths, and so many more people had their lives turned upside down
    The Catbells Festival of Light, Keswick, Cumbria, Britain - 23 Apr 2016

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • NEWS - England: Lichtwanderung für Erdbebenopfer in Nepal
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    NEWS - England: Lichtwanderung für Erdbebenopfer in Nepal
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Robert Rathbone/REX/Shutterstock (5659675d)
    A procession of about 500 walkers with head torches climbed the Lake District fell Catbells overlooking lake Derwentwater near Keswick, Cumbria on Saturday night. The Catbells Festival of Light was organised and supervised by Lakeland Mountain Guides to raise money for Community Action Nepal. Almost a year ago on 25th April 2015 an earthquake devastated Nepal resulting in over 7,000 deaths, and so many more people had their lives turned upside down
    The Catbells Festival of Light, Keswick, Cumbria, Britain - 23 Apr 2016

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • Carsten Holler: Decision Exhibition at the Haywood Gallery, London, Britain - 09 Jun 2015
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    Carsten Holler: Decision Exhibition at the Haywood Gallery, London, Britain - 09 Jun 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ray Tang/REX Shutterstock (4836079ah)
    Artwork titled Upside Down Goggles (1994/2009) by artist Carsten Holler
    Carsten Holler: Decision Exhibition at the Haywood Gallery, London, Britain - 09 Jun 2015

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Carsten Holler: Decision Exhibition at the Haywood Gallery, London, Britain - 09 Jun 2015
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    Carsten Holler: Decision Exhibition at the Haywood Gallery, London, Britain - 09 Jun 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ray Tang/REX Shutterstock (4836079af)
    Artwork titled Upside Down Goggles (1994/2009) by artist Carsten Holler
    Carsten Holler: Decision Exhibition at the Haywood Gallery, London, Britain - 09 Jun 2015

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • FEATURE - Pflegestation für Faultier in Costa Rica
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    FEATURE - Pflegestation für Faultier in Costa Rica
    MANDATORY CREDIT: R Richardson/Rex Shutterstock. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by R Richardson/REX/Shutterstock (5754350d)
    Baby Cholo upside-down in the trees
    Sloths at Sloth Sanctuary, Costa Rica - Jul 2016
    FULL WORDS: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/sj4r

    Famed for laziness, young sloths flaunt acrobatic skills in this adorable album.

    In contortionist-like poses, babies Cholo and Brady dangle from poles at Sloth Sanctuary Costa Rica.

    Meanwhile the sanctuary's iconic, first sloth Buttercup sticks with the reputation for lounging around. Pictured sunning herself on a terrace, she idly gazes into the camera lens.
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • PEOPLE - "Falty Towers"-Schauspieler Andrew Sachs im Alter von 86 Jahren gestorben
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    PEOPLE - "Falty Towers"-Schauspieler Andrew Sachs im Alter von 86 Jahren gestorben
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Can Nguyen/REX/Shutterstock (4383853t)
    Andrew Sachs
    Radio Times Cover Party, London, Britain - 27 Jan 2015

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
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    Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Roy Mangersnes / Rex Features (1557996g)
    Chacma Baboon (Papio ursinus) youngster hanging upside down from his mother
    Baby Baboon Hangs Out With Mum
    This cheeky monkey really enjoys hanging out with his mother.

    The cute baby baboon was spotted clinging to his mum in Chobe National Park, Botswana.

    But when an overbearing other female tried to take it away from his parent for a hug, the furry character made its feelings known with an almighty scream.

    Photographer Roy Mangersnes explains: "I was in a boat on the Chobe river between Botswana and Namibia, when a 50-strong pack of Chacma Baboons came strolling along the shore.

    "This one mother with her little one caught my attention. It was enjoying hanging off its mother as she strolled around.

    "It looked like it really wanted to explore and tried to see if it could reach the ground.

    "Eventually it got tired and fell asleep while breastfeeding on the mother, who on the other hand was spilling food all over her sleepy baby.

    "Another female seemed to be in heat and she came over to check out the baby. She was smelling it, maybe considering whether to get one for herself. But the baby didn't want to leave mother and seemed to scream at her to get off."

    MUST CREDIT PICTURES BY
    Roy Mangersnes/Rex Features


    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMSRNMDNM (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
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    Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Roy Mangersnes / Rex Features (1557996e)
    Chacma Baboon (Papio ursinus) youngster hanging upside down from his mother
    Baby Baboon Hangs Out With Mum
    This cheeky monkey really enjoys hanging out with his mother.

    The cute baby baboon was spotted clinging to his mum in Chobe National Park, Botswana.

    But when an overbearing other female tried to take it away from his parent for a hug, the furry character made its feelings known with an almighty scream.

    Photographer Roy Mangersnes explains: "I was in a boat on the Chobe river between Botswana and Namibia, when a 50-strong pack of Chacma Baboons came strolling along the shore.

    "This one mother with her little one caught my attention. It was enjoying hanging off its mother as she strolled around.

    "It looked like it really wanted to explore and tried to see if it could reach the ground.

    "Eventually it got tired and fell asleep while breastfeeding on the mother, who on the other hand was spilling food all over her sleepy baby.

    "Another female seemed to be in heat and she came over to check out the baby. She was smelling it, maybe considering whether to get one for herself. But the baby didn't want to leave mother and seemed to scream at her to get off."

    MUST CREDIT PICTURES BY
    Roy Mangersnes/Rex Features


    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMSRNMDNM (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
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    Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Roy Mangersnes / Rex Features (1557996d)
    Chacma Baboon (Papio ursinus) youngster hanging upside down from his mother
    Baby Baboon Hangs Out With Mum
    This cheeky monkey really enjoys hanging out with his mother.

    The cute baby baboon was spotted clinging to his mum in Chobe National Park, Botswana.

    But when an overbearing other female tried to take it away from his parent for a hug, the furry character made its feelings known with an almighty scream.

    Photographer Roy Mangersnes explains: "I was in a boat on the Chobe river between Botswana and Namibia, when a 50-strong pack of Chacma Baboons came strolling along the shore.

    "This one mother with her little one caught my attention. It was enjoying hanging off its mother as she strolled around.

    "It looked like it really wanted to explore and tried to see if it could reach the ground.

    "Eventually it got tired and fell asleep while breastfeeding on the mother, who on the other hand was spilling food all over her sleepy baby.

    "Another female seemed to be in heat and she came over to check out the baby. She was smelling it, maybe considering whether to get one for herself. But the baby didn't want to leave mother and seemed to scream at her to get off."

    MUST CREDIT PICTURES BY
    Roy Mangersnes/Rex Features


    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMSRNMDNM (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
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    Chacma Baboon youngster hangs out with mother, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa - Nov 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Roy Mangersnes / Rex Features (1557996c)
    Chacma Baboon (Papio ursinus) youngster hanging upside down from his mother
    Baby Baboon Hangs Out With Mum
    This cheeky monkey really enjoys hanging out with his mother.

    The cute baby baboon was spotted clinging to his mum in Chobe National Park, Botswana.

    But when an overbearing other female tried to take it away from his parent for a hug, the furry character made its feelings known with an almighty scream.

    Photographer Roy Mangersnes explains: "I was in a boat on the Chobe river between Botswana and Namibia, when a 50-strong pack of Chacma Baboons came strolling along the shore.

    "This one mother with her little one caught my attention. It was enjoying hanging off its mother as she strolled around.

    "It looked like it really wanted to explore and tried to see if it could reach the ground.

    "Eventually it got tired and fell asleep while breastfeeding on the mother, who on the other hand was spilling food all over her sleepy baby.

    "Another female seemed to be in heat and she came over to check out the baby. She was smelling it, maybe considering whether to get one for herself. But the baby didn't want to leave mother and seemed to scream at her to get off."

    MUST CREDIT PICTURES BY
    Roy Mangersnes/Rex Features


    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMSRNMDNM (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Sea otter diving for and eating crab, Elkhorn Slough, Moss Landing, California, America - Nov 2011 ***EXTRA PICTURES***
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    Sea otter diving for and eating crab, Elkhorn Slough, Moss Landing, California, America - Nov 2011 ***EXTRA PICTURES***
    Editorial Use Only. No stock, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by Michael Yang / Rex Features (1493351m)
    A sea otter chews on the leg of a crab while the rest of the crab lies upside down on the otters stomach
    Sea otter diving for and eating crab, Elkhorn Slough, Moss Landing, California, America - Nov 2011 ***EXTRA PICTURES***
    FULL WORDS LINK: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/e4os

    Grabbing a crab lunch can be tricky when you are only blessed with small paws.

    This California sea otter looked as if it had eaten something it didn't like as it tackled the pincers.

    But the marine mammal knew exactly how to minimise the nasty nips from it's blue crab prey - it simply flipped the alive-and-kicking crustaceans onto their backs.

    Photographer Michael Yang spotted the fascinating feeding display at Moss Landing in California on Saturday (12 Nov).

    Michael explains: "The sea otter would disappear underwater for up to a minute at a time and come up with one or two crabs.

    "It would bite off the legs and chew on the shell to get to the meat inside. The shell must have been hard because I was able to hear the crunching as the otter chewed.

    "Since the crabs were still alive (I was able to see the legs of the crabs flailing), the otter would flip the crabs upside down so they would not be able to crawl away."
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by BNKR Arquitectura/Solent News / Rex Features (1469925p)

    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by BNKR Arquitectura/Solent News / Rex Features (1469925o)

    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by BNKR Arquitectura/Solent News / Rex Features (1469925n)

    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by BNKR Arquitectura/Solent News / Rex Features (1469925i)

    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
    DUKAS_20733310_REX
    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by BNKR Arquitectura/Solent News / Rex Features (1469925m)

    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    Architects design 65-storey upside down 'earth scraper' pyramid, Mexico - 12 Oct 2011
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    65-Storey Mexican 'Earth Scraper' To Plunge 300m Below Ground
    Architects have designed an incredible 65-storey 'earth scraper' that plunges 300 metres below ground.

    The stunning upside down pyramid in the middle of Mexico City has been designed as a concept to get around height limits on new buildings in the capital.

    The subterranean building has 10 storeys each for homes, shops and a museum, as well as 35 stories for offices.

    A glass floor covers the massive 240m x 240m hole in the city's main square to filter in natural light from the world above.

    The design has been crowned with a Mexican flag.

    Esteban Suarez from architecture firm BNKR Arquitectura said the building would also house a new cultural centre.

    He said: "New infrastructure, office, retail and living space are required in the city but no empty plots are available.

    "Federal and local laws prohibit demolishing historic buildings and even if this was so, height regulations limit new structures to eight storeys.

    "The city's historic centre is in desperate need of a makeover but we have nowhere to put it, this means the only way to go is down."

    He added: "The earth scraper preserves the iconic presence of the city square and the existing hierarchy of the buildings that surround it.

    "It is an inverted pyramid with a central void to allow all habitable spaces to enjoy natural lighting and ventilation.

    "The massive hole will be covered with a glass floor that allows the life of the earth scraper to blend with everything happening on top.

    "It will also allow the numerous activities that take place on the city square year round such as concerts, open-air exhibitions and military parades to go ahead."

    When the Aztecs first came into the Valley of Mexico they built their pyramids on the lake they fou...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VRHSQXOKL

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  • Squirrel squeezes upside down into birdfeeder to steal food, Austin, Texas, America - 14 Aug 2011
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    Squirrel squeezes upside down into birdfeeder to steal food, Austin, Texas, America - 14 Aug 2011
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    Breathe In! Greedy Squirrel's Tight Squeeze
    This thieving squirrel went to extraordinary lengths to steal the seeds from a garden owner's birdfeeder.

    Photographer Bruce Lemons was stunned when he saw that the crafty critter had managed to squeeze herself upside down into the feeder.

    Her contortion act came after she had already emptied a specially designed squirrel feeder before moving on to the bird food.

    According to Bruce, from Austin in Texas, the squirrel's tight squeeze was the latest incident in a long-running 'friendly' battle he is having over access to the feeder.

    He said: "The squirrels have their own feeder, but consistently clean that one out and promptly move on to deciphering my latest defences to deplete the bird feeder as well.

    "This little lady circumvented the traditional access by squeezing her whole body all the way in and down the fill chute.

    "She clutched the top edge with her feet while hanging upside down, face buried in the seeds to gorge herself.

    "Thankfully, she didn't eat so much that she's gotten stuck".

    He added: "The local squirrels are a constant source of entertainment, and consistent subject of my photography.

    "They've gotten quite used to me spectating and encouraging their antics".

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bruce Lemons / Solent News / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VKYIOHKYK (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Red squirrels on Brownsea Island, Dorset, Britain - 07 Aug 2011
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    Red squirrels on Brownsea Island, Dorset, Britain - 07 Aug 2011
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    Peekaboo I See You
    These flirtatious red squirrels proved more than happy to have their photo taken - but only after a little playtime.

    The bushy tailed and bright eyed creatures were snapped scampering around Brownsea Island in Dorset by photographer Dave Stevenson.

    And to begin with the mischievous squirrels made him work hard for his photographs - popping up from behind leaves, around tree trunks and on top of branches.

    Pausing for a moment they would then turn tail and disappear.

    Such innocent scenes could soon be a thing of the past if recent research suggesting that some of Britain's best loved native species are facing an 'extinction crisis' is correct.

    According to Doctor Toni Bunnell in less than two decades hedgehogs, squirrels and others will no longer be 'viable' species.

    She made the discovery while carrying out a study for natural history TV channel Eden in which she measured recent populations and species' rate of decline.

    Her report warns that red squirrels may have vanished from the UK 20 years from now.

    As well as being at risk from habitat loss, red squirrels are also threatened by the spread of their non-native grey cousin.

    Brownsea Island is the largest of eight islands that lie in Poole Harbour in Dorset.

    It is one of the few places in southern England where red squirrels survive, largely because grey squirrels have never been introduced there.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Dave Stevenson / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VEZFUIVMG (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • The wildlife photography of Joanne Williams
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    The wildlife photography of Joanne Williams
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    Burrowing Owl, Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
    The wildlife photography of Joanne Williams
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    A brightly-coloured bird admiring itself in a wing mirror, a squirrel flat out asleep on a bench and a monkey giving the finger. There is even a small bird helping a zebra with personal hygiene.

    These are some of the hilarious sights wildlife photographer Joanne Williams has seen through her viewfinder in the last two decades.

    The Florida-based photographer has now collected together some of her favourite images in preparation for not one, but two books showcasing her work.

    This gallery of the humourous side of Joanne's photography is the result of an 18-year career that has seen her lead tours to some of the planet's most exotic places - ranging from the wetlands of Brazil to the Galapagos Islands, as well as a number of countries in Africa.
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    MODEL RELEASED Father holding son upside-down in grass
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  • Synchronised Swimming
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    Synchronised Swimming
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    MODEL RELEASED Synchronised swimmers balance underwater
    Synchronised Swimming

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  • Lofoten Islands 2
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    Lofoten Islands 2
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Marco Nescher / Mood Board / Rex Features ( 1299169a )
    Dried cod stockfish in Loftofen, Norway for export to Italy
    Lofoten Islands 2

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    Mandatory Credit: Photo by OJO Images / Rex Features (1588710a)
    MODEL RELEASED Parents and daughter on sunny beach
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  • Waterbuck with upside down horn, Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia - 17 Jan 2011
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    Waterbuck with upside down horn, Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia - 17 Jan 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ingrid Bunse/Solent News / Rex Features ( 1295796c )

    Lopsided Waterbuck Feels A Bit Up And Down
    Look who's bucking the trend.

    An unusual twist in this waterbuck's horn made it look like it had been fitted with an extraordinary head set.

    The animal's lop-sided appearance made him stick out like a sore thumb.

    Unlike his pals, who had two straight horns, this waterbuck had one which had grown in a bizarre curl.

    Amateur photographer Ingrid Bunse snapped this photograph while on safari in the Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia.

    The 49-year-old, from Cologne, Germany, has been visiting Africa for several years but admitted she had never seen a sight like it before.

    She said: "When I spotted this animal I knew I had to get a picture because it was so unusual - I've never seen anything like it.

    "I don't know what caused the horn to curl like this but it didn't seem to be too bothered by it."

    Mrs Bunse, who works in a publishing house, added: "I think it is because something special and rare.

    "Everybody can do the perfect lion shot if the animal is close and posing but this waterbuck is special, something I will probably only see once in a lifetime."

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Ingrid Bunse / Solent News / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QFFCMHSRD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Waterbuck with upside down horn, Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia - 17 Jan 2011
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    Waterbuck with upside down horn, Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia - 17 Jan 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ingrid Bunse/Solent News / Rex Features ( 1295796b )

    Lopsided Waterbuck Feels A Bit Up And Down
    Look who's bucking the trend.

    An unusual twist in this waterbuck's horn made it look like it had been fitted with an extraordinary head set.

    The animal's lop-sided appearance made him stick out like a sore thumb.

    Unlike his pals, who had two straight horns, this waterbuck had one which had grown in a bizarre curl.

    Amateur photographer Ingrid Bunse snapped this photograph while on safari in the Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia.

    The 49-year-old, from Cologne, Germany, has been visiting Africa for several years but admitted she had never seen a sight like it before.

    She said: "When I spotted this animal I knew I had to get a picture because it was so unusual - I've never seen anything like it.

    "I don't know what caused the horn to curl like this but it didn't seem to be too bothered by it."

    Mrs Bunse, who works in a publishing house, added: "I think it is because something special and rare.

    "Everybody can do the perfect lion shot if the animal is close and posing but this waterbuck is special, something I will probably only see once in a lifetime."

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Ingrid Bunse / Solent News / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QFFCMHSRD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Waterbuck with upside down horn, Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia - 17 Jan 2011
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    Waterbuck with upside down horn, Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia - 17 Jan 2011
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ingrid Bunse/Solent News / Rex Features ( 1295796a )

    Lopsided Waterbuck Feels A Bit Up And Down
    Look who's bucking the trend.

    An unusual twist in this waterbuck's horn made it look like it had been fitted with an extraordinary head set.

    The animal's lop-sided appearance made him stick out like a sore thumb.

    Unlike his pals, who had two straight horns, this waterbuck had one which had grown in a bizarre curl.

    Amateur photographer Ingrid Bunse snapped this photograph while on safari in the Ongava Wilderness Reserve, Namibia.

    The 49-year-old, from Cologne, Germany, has been visiting Africa for several years but admitted she had never seen a sight like it before.

    She said: "When I spotted this animal I knew I had to get a picture because it was so unusual - I've never seen anything like it.

    "I don't know what caused the horn to curl like this but it didn't seem to be too bothered by it."

    Mrs Bunse, who works in a publishing house, added: "I think it is because something special and rare.

    "Everybody can do the perfect lion shot if the animal is close and posing but this waterbuck is special, something I will probably only see once in a lifetime."

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Ingrid Bunse / Solent News / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QFFCMHSRD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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