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North Tree Fire Internationalhttp://www.northtreefire.com/gisView the perimeters of the devestating Southern California fires.This KML allows you to view the extent of the fires that occurred in Southern California. Information from the 2003 season and the recent devestating fires is available to show just how much land was affected.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/northtree_socal_fires_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/northtree_socal_fires_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Colorado CamperExplore the history of Fort Monroe, Virginia.Fort Monroe in Virginia is a US Army base with a fascinating history. This KML presents a historical account of the base by displaying photographs, descriptions and links contained within beautifully crafted description bubbles.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/fort_monroe_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/fort_monroe_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Art Déco Montréalhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/1032099View a KML exploring Montréal's art déco heritage.In this KML, you can explore Montréal's impressive art déco history. Each placemark description bubble provides photographic and textual information offering a fascinating insight into this period of artistic experimentation.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/art_deco_montreal_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/art_deco_montreal_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Virtual Tourismhttp://www.virtualtourism.blogspot.comTake a virtual ride on the Glacier Express, Switzerland.From Zermatt in the west to St Moritz in the east, the Glacier Express provides passengers with a spectacular view of Switzerland's beautiful scenery. Now, you can join in this experience by touring the route and viewing videos of the main stops. Viewing tip: Turn on 'terrain' in your "Layers" for maximum effect.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/glacier_express_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/glacier_express_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Szilágyi Gáborhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/373620Take a tour of Hungary's national parks.In this file, we are treated to a tour of Hungary's national parks. With overlays, descriptions and photographs, this KML provides many forms of information set in a geospatial context.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/national_parks_hungary_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/national_parks_hungary_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Matt Foxhttp://www.gelib.comView archived MODIS images of the day as overlays in Google Earth.Put together by Matt Fox at GE Library, this KML offers the best images captured by MODIS. Each of these images has been overlaid onto the Earth giving fascinating insight into various weather conditions - from dust storms in the Arabian gulf to Hurricanes in the gulf of Mexico. As these images are "superoverlays", you can zoom in further to see the image in higher quality.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/modis_gelib_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/modis_gelib_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Micki Danielhttp://instech.knox.k12tn.net/bltcinfo/GoogleEarth/GoogleEarthTravelLogs.htmTour Namibia in a rich geospatial context, reading descriptions and viewing photos along the way.Tour Namibia in a rich geospatial context, reading descriptions and viewing photos along the way. Each placemark contains an image and brief journal entry about the traveller's experiences across this spectacular part of Africa.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/namibia_trip_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/namibia_trip_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Stephen Nicholsonhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/992723Geographically explore the life of one of history's most accomplished navigators.In this beautifully crafted KML, you can view the places that formed part of Captain Matthew Flinder's voyages to map Australia. Each placemark contains a highly informative description bubble enabling you to read a travelogue of Flinders' adventures around Australia.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/matthew_flinders_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/matthew_flinders_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Mill House Photographyhttp://www.millhouse.nlTake a photographic tour of Iceland's beautiful scenery.In this KML, you can view lots of high quality photographs showing off Iceland's spectacular scenery. From the Northern Lights and glaciers to urban Reykjavík and....Broccoli...! Yep that's right...Broccoli...!http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/iceland_waypoints_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/iceland_waypoints_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
cosine Science & Computing BVhttp://www.cosine.nlView a fascinating animation showing cosmic ray shower analysis.This KML provides a fascinating insight into the changes that occur when a cosmic ray hits the Earth. By pressing the animation play button in the top of the viewer, you can view the levels of energy hitting the ground. This type of KML can prove very useful in communicating scientific data to large numbers of people. Viewing tip: To the left of the time slider, is a small "clock" icon. This will allow you to control the speed of the animation. Try viewing this animation at different speeds.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/cosmic_ray_shower_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/cosmic_ray_shower_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
BuildingGreen, Inc.http://www.buildinggreen.comExplore a KML showcasing "Green" buildings."What are "green buildings"? This KML showcases buildings across the United States that are included in the Department of Energy's High Performance Buildings Database, which features buildings that meet certain energy and environmental performance guidelines. Be sure to click the "View 3D model in Google Earth" link to see a 3D virtual representation of the building."http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/great_green_buildings_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/great_green_buildings_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
XMM-Newton Science Operations Centre, ESAhttp://xmm.esac.esa.intView data collected by the XMM-Newton observatory in Sky.Orbiting high above the Earth is the XMM-Newton observatory (named after Sir Isaac Newton). The European Space Agency have crafted this KML showing data collected by the program - matching the information available in Google Sky. Descriptions, photos and links are all included to provide a fascinating tour of space.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/esa_sky_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/esa_sky_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Pict Earthhttp://pictearth.comView two very high resolution images showing the destruction caused by the Southern California fires.The Southern California fires of October 2007 were some of the most ferocious the state has ever seen. The ability for the public to be geographically informed played an important part in the disaster response to the fires. Pict'Earth are a company who specialize in the collection of high resolution imagery and have provided a sample image to us showing the devastation caused by the flames. This is a prime example of using Google Earth as a platform to rapidly provide information in a geographical context.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/pict_earth_fire_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/pict_earth_fire_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
fotoausflug.dehttp://www.fotoausflug.de/en-index.htmlView high quality panoramas from several German cities.In this KML, you can view geographically organized panoramas for several German cities. Each description bubble contains a preview image and description of the place along with a link to the panorama that you can explore.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/fotoausflug_de_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/fotoausflug_de_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
David Herringhttp://edweb.tusd.k12.az.us/dherring/ge/googleearth.htmTake a geographical tour of the novel "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man.""A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" is one of author James Joyce's most famous works. By using Google Earth, David Herring from the Google Earth Education Community has told Joyce's story geographically by showing the places in the novel. This KML is a prime example of enhancing information through geography.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/james_joyce_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/james_joyce_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Steven van Roodehttp://www.transitofvenus.nlCheck out the where next transit of Venus will be visible from.In 2012, a transit of Venus takes place(when Venus crosses between the Earth and the Sun). This KML explores both historical observations from previous transits and where will be the best place to view the next one from.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/transit_venus_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/transit_venus_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Terradexhttp://www.terradex.comWhat is the air quality like right now? Find out here.This KML provides real time monitoring of the current air quality in the United States, United Kingdom and Hong Kong. Updated every hour, air quality from hundreds of monitoring stations is shown giving a break down of the results. This type of KML can prove very useful for those with health problems (and those providing care), allowing them to plan their movement better and prepare for any potential issues that may arise from a peak in pollutants.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/terradex_air_quality_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/terradex_air_quality_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Walkhighlandshttp://www.walkhighlands.co.ukWalk the Scottish highlands from the comfort of your home.In this KML, you can walk the Scottish highlands. First virtually, then if you feel like some fresh air and exercise, download a GPS track to your device and set off! Viewing tip: Turn on the "Terrain" in your layers to explore the area of outstanding natural beauty.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/walk_highlands_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/walk_highlands_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Virtual Tourismhttp://www.virtualtourism.blogspot.comTour the world from the air, viewing videos along the way.With nearly 400 geographically organized YouTube videos to explore, Virtual Tourism have crafted this KML offering a dual perspective of the world - from the air and from the ground. From the red centre of Australia to the bustling cityscapes of Manhattan, this KML is sure to whet any explorer's appetit.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/virtual_tourism_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/virtual_tourism_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Michael Hesshttp://littourature.blogspot.comGeographically explore "On The Road" by Jack Kerouac.How people tell stories through KML is something that interests many of us. Previously, we featured a KML showing Jack Kerouac's "On The Road". This KML of the same novel, focuses on the main character; Sal Paradise and follows the travels across America. Each placemark contains information relating back to the relevant chapter, providing a better understanding of the places mentioned.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/on_the_road_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/on_the_road_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Origem Scientific Consultancyhttp://www.origem.infoView a fascinating animation exploring influenza trends in Brazil.In this KML, you can view a powerful visualiztion of influenza seasonality in Brazil. Using a variety of overlays and polygons, Wladimir J. Alonso and Andre Marra, from the Origem Scientific Consultancy have annotated data collected on top of the viewer, making available to us all the findings of studies into the circulation of influenza and pneumonia. Be sure to press the time animation play button (in the top of the view) to view the animation.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/influenza_brazil_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/influenza_brazil_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
MIBAZAARhttp://www.mibazaar.comYou've seen the new seven wonders from space, now get a ground level perspective.The latest version of Google Earth 4.2 enables YouTube videos to be embedded into the placemark description balloons. In this example "Mibazaar" has included YouTube videos to match the new seven wonders of the world. So now, not only can you view these spectacles from space, but you can see them from the ground too.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small//seven_wonders_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/seven_wonders_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
KPBShttp://www.kpbs.orgSee live coverage of the San Diego fires from KPBSBeginning on October 20, 2007, wildfires began to ravage areas of Southern California. See continuing updates of the San Diego fires, including evacuated areas, courtesy of KPBS's coverage.http://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/z0302a1700/earth_fire_sm.jpghttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/z0302a1700/earth_fire_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
MMNeighbors.comhttp://www.magnoliamaldenneighbors.comView a 3D model of uptown ChicagoThis KML shows an area of Chicago with a rich history and renewed development. The Magnolia / Maldenne neighbors association have created this 3D model allowing you to view the regeneration that has taken place in the area. Using Sketchup (a 3D modelling tool), 3D bars, restaurants and banks have been placed on top of the map to show the onogoing economic development. This combined use can prove particularly useful for town planners and other groups wanting to provide an overview of changes taking place.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/uptown_square_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/uptown_square_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
NOAAhttp://estuarinebathymetry.noaa.govThink the terrain above land is varied? Try going underwater!Many of us have seen those terrain shaded maps which show the variable terrain above ground - but what about our "blue planet"? NOAA have created this KML which allows you to explore bathymetric (the study of water depth) data for many of America's esturies. To view, click on the placemark description bubble and open the top option "View Bathymetry". This will load an image overlay of the data captured, using a shaded relief scale. This kind of use is beneficial for many scientific studies - from erosion to navigation.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/noaa_bathy_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/noaa_bathy_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Megalithic Portalhttp://www.megalithic.co.ukView an extremely comprehensive KML, exploring our ancient planet.A megalith is a large stone or boulder that was used in the creation of a monument - Stonehenge being the most famous example. There are thousands of these structures located around the world - from Australia to the UK. Now, you can explore a KML that has geographically organized many of the sites into one detailed file. Viewing tip: Please allow a few moments for this KML to load and avoid turning on all folders at the same time.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/megalithic_portal_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/megalithic_portal_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
ATEEChttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/1023607Go on a virtual field trip to Alaska and explore the fragile ecosystem.The Alaskan landscape is truely one of the Earth's most beautiful spectacles. This area is capable of providing many energy resources, particularly fossil fuels. But with this comes a risk that the fragile ecosystem will be damaged. In this beautifully designed KML, students can take a virtual field trip to Alaska and explore the current issues there. Along with text, photos and links, questions are asked of the students enabling them to consider the many factors involved in environmental planning. This is a prime example of using Google Earth to enhance and enrich an individual's education - through geography.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/alaska_tour_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/alaska_tour_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
The CORIA Projecthttp://thecoriaproject.org.ukTake an aerial tour of Hadrian's Wall from the Roman Empire.Built after Roman Emperor Hadrian's visit in AD 122, Hadrian's wall is probably the most important monument from the Roman empire. Now, through the CORIA project's KML, Hadrian's wall is made more accessible to us all in this fascinating KML. Descriptions, photos, links and boundaries lines are all include to provide a highly educational experience of Hadrian's Wall.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/hadrians_wall_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/hadrians_wall_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Webcams.travelhttp://www.webcams.travelSee what the world is up to right now!With nearly 3000 webcams collected, Webcams.travel's KML offers a real insight into what the world is up to right now! Click on the placemark to view an image of the webcam and see what's going on in that part of the world. Naturally, we think these webcams are all the better for being geographically organized.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/webcams_travel_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/webcams_travel_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
viewAt.orghttp://viewat.orgView the locations where high quality panoramas were captured, then view them.ViewAt.org have provided this KML which lets you fly around the globe exploring hundreds of high quality panoramic images taken by everyday people. Each placemark offers an image preview, a brief description and link to the full panorama. By using a network link, any new panoramas can be updated dynamically without you having to download new versions.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/view_at_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/view_at_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Xavier Jubierhttp://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/SolarEclipsesGoogleEarthGallery.htmlView detailed information about solar eclipses in this innovative KML.Anyone who has witnessed a solar eclipse knows how spectacular the event is. In this very detailed KML, Xavier Jubier shows where and when each stage of the eclipse took place by using lines to show the paths taken. Detailed data showing co-ordinate and time information is also included inside the placemark description bubbles. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring this fascinating look at solar eclipses; past, present and future.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/solar_eclipses_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/solar_eclipses_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Andrew Mitchellhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=1001470Explore Australia's National Pollutant Inventory in a rich geospatial context.Using polygons to provide a powerful representation of the data, Andrew Mitchell has crafted this comprehensive KML showing information about the pollutants being emitted into the atmosphere. Each placemark shows the location of a company along with tabular data contained within the placemark description bubble about the pollutants detected.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/npi_data_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/npi_data_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
James Staffordhttp://www.barnabu.co.ukRide on the London Eye without having to stand in a queue!Standing proud above the London skyline is the London Eye. Measuring 135 meters (442.9 feet), it is a popular tourist attraction for millions every year wishing to enjoy views across London. One of the downsides to the Eye being so popular is of course the queues, but now there is a solution - ride it in Google Earth using this animated model created by James Stafford. To view, press the play button located next to the time slider and allow to run through a view times. Once loaded, you can move around the eye and create your own travel experience using the information in the "Layers". View user supplied photos in Geographic Web > Panoramio, Wikipedia articles in Geographic Web > Wikipedia, 3D Buildings in the 3D buildings layer and user supplied information in the Google Earth Community layer. Then, see what other goodies are contained within other Layers.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/london_eye_animation_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/london_eye_animation_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
The AEGIS collaborationhttp://aegis.ucolick.orgMulticolor views of the distant Universe, from X-rays to the infrared.The AEGIS project is studying a small area of the sky using every possible color (or energy) of light. This file presents both multicolor images and an interactive redshift catalog from AEGIS. Each image---X-ray, ultraviolet, optical (Hubble), or infrared---gives us different information about the evolution of galaxies and massive black holes over the past 10 billion years. The redshift (or z) provides a measure of distance - the farther we look in space, the farther we also look back in time. In addition, the redshift catalog provides links to the spectra of individual galaxies.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/aegis_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/aegis_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Joey P. WadeView a spectacular animation of the Crab Nebula.Located over 6000 light years from our planet, the Crab Nebula is the result of a supernova explosion first witnessed in 1054 AD. In this animation, created by Joey P. Wade, slides from a YouTube video have been overlaid and animated inside Google Sky. To view, press the play button next to the time animation slider and allow to run through a few times (this is to let the images load). Then sit back and enjoy!http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/crab_nebula_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/crab_nebula_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
FlipflopnickLearn all about Waymarking while exploring the English countryside.Waymarking is one of several new means allowing us, the people to build our future maps. A user by the name of "Flipflopnick" has used this technique to annotate the Earth by providing photos and descriptions of the locations in and around the Lake District - one of England most unspoiled regions.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/cumbria_waymarking_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/cumbria_waymarking_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Douglas PrintzHop on a motorcycle and travel through the Alaskan wilderness.The route from California to Alaska takes you through some of the most spectacular scenery our planet has to offer. From the lush terrain of Northern California, through the Canadian Rockies and onto the icey wilderness of the Arctic Circle. Follow two intrepid motorcycle enthusiasts as they embark on a journey of discovery. Viewing tip: Turn "Terrain" on in your layers section.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/alaska_trip_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/alaska_trip_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Chandra X-ray Centerhttp://chandra.harvard.eduView the amazing images captured by the Chandra X-ray Observatory.Previously in the Google Earth KML Gallery, we featured a KML showing the development of the Chandra X-ray Observatory from its conception to launch. Now the Chandra X-ray Center have provided us all with a tour of some of the amazing images captured by the observatory, viewed of course in Sky.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/chandra_sky_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/chandra_sky_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Nova Scotia Tourism, Culture and Heritagehttp://novascotia.comExplore the beauty of Nova Scotia.From the bustling city of Halifax to the serenity of Kejimkujik National Park, explore the diverse sights in Nova Scotia, Canada. View photos, descriptions and links to learn more about the history and culture of Nova Scotia.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/nova_scotia_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/nova_scotia_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
University of Washingtonhttp://sky.astro.washington.eduUse this layer to find out more about the objects in the Sloan Digital Sky Survey.Ever wonder what you are looking at when you browse around the Sky?
The Sloan Digital Sky Survey provides high quality photometry for ~200,000,000 stars, galaxies and quasars. SDSS also provides spectroscopy for ~1,000,000 objects in the night sky. Use these layers to find out more information about the objects in view. Each object has associated apparent magnitudes and links to more information.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/sdss_query_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/sdss_query_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Valery Hronusovhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showflat.php?Number=643492600 million years of the Earth's history in one file.With assistance from Dr. Ron Blakey at Northern Arizona University, Valery Hronusov created this fascinating animation of planet Earth's geological history. See how the continents were shaped into their current state with this geological animation exploring 600 million years worth of changes. Use the time slider at the top of the Google Earth client to see the continents morph and shift over time.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/global_paleogeographic_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/global_paleogeographic_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Dr. Alberto Conti, Space Telescope Science Institutehttp://hubblesite.org/explore_astronomy/gskySee the UltraViolet sky with GALEX. Learn about how galaxies form and evolve.The Galaxy Evolution Explorer (GALEX) is an orbiting space telescope that will observe galaxies in ultraviolet light across 10 billion years of cosmic history. Such observations will tell scientists how galaxies, the basic structures of our Universe, evolve and change. Additionally, GALEX will probe the causes of star formation during a fperiod when most of the stars and elements we see today had their
origins.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/galex_showcase_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/galex_showcase_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
The National Optical Astronomy Observatory (NOAO)http://www.noao.eduExplore our Galaxy's nearest neighbors with the NOAO Showcase.Our Solar System resides in a large collection of stars known as the Milky Way Galaxy, which is itself part of a larger collection of galaxies called the Local Group. This gallery from the National Optical Astronomy Observatory highlights the diversity of shapes and sizes of 10 Local Group galaxies as well as the colorful glowing gas of the famous Large Magellanic Cloud.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/noao_showcase_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/noao_showcase_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Phil Owenhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/758258Get a geographical perspective on the history of the Mongol Empire.The Mongol Empire was one of the largest empires in history, covering over 30 million square kilometers at its peak. This comprehensive file provides a history of the Mongol empire using descriptions and polygons to provide a highly informative and educational KML.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/mongol_empire_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/mongol_empire_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
University of Washingtonhttp://sky.astro.washington.eduExplore the hidden infrared Sky.The Improved Reprocessing of the IRAS Survey (IRIS) is a full sky survey in the Infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum. In this region the emission of dust in our own galaxy dominates the sky. Try to imagine how astronomy would be different if we could only see in the Infrared.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/iris_infrared_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/iris_infrared_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
VOEventNet.orghttp://voeventnet.orgVOEventNet gives you a live look at real-time astronomy.The sky is a dynamic place. VOEventNet connects you directly to the data feeds astronomers use to track gamma ray bursts and gravitational microlensing events (if those terms don't make sense, don't worry: they're explained in the layer introduction). The links are updated every 15 minutes with new detections, follow-up observations and analysis. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/voe_vent_net_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/voe_vent_net_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
STScI and NASAhttp://hubblesite.orgWant to know where the Hubble Space Telescope is? Find out here.Do you know where the Hubble Space Telescope is? It could be overhead or located somewhere else in the sky. When displayed in Sky, you can see where Hubble is projected on the background of stars, and it updates as Hubble moves! Is Hubble visible tonight? Have a look. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/where_hubble_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/where_hubble_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Sally Ride Sciencehttp://www.sallyridescience.comFrom Sally Ride Science, explore the Galaxy with "It's Astronomical!"Take an educational tour through the universe beyond our own solar system with this preview of "It's Astronomical!", a series of books produced by Sally Ride Science. Led by Sally Ride, the first American female astronaut, Sally Ride Science is dedicated to fueling girls' and boys' interests in science, math and technology. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/sally_ride_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/sally_ride_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Space Telescope Science Institutehttp://hubblesite.orgWhat is a light echo? See one in action...What is a light echo? See one in action as a star called V838 Mon explodes. These Hubble Space Telescope images show the light from the star reflecting off the dusty material nearby in various stages, showing an animation of the explosion. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.
http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/exploding_star_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/exploding_star_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
California and Carnegie Planet Searchhttp://exoplanets.org/Visit the 200+ planetary systems discovered by astronomers with the California & Carnegie Planet Search.The California & Carnegie Planet Search presents Exoplanets. This KML will take you on a tour of the 200+ extra-solar planets discovered by astronomers in the last two decades. View a diagram of the orbits for each planetary system, and compare to the orbits of Jupiter and Earth drawn in for scale. Additional information includes planetary masses, properties of the host star, and links to the original discovery papers. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/exo_planets_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/exo_planets_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
STScI and NASAhttp://hubblesite.orgHighlights from the Hubble Space Telescope ....Enjoy some of the best images taken with the Hubble Space Telescope. Discoveries from the telescope have transformed the way we see the universe because Hubble's exquisite resolution shows extreme detail of astronomical objects. Browse through the images, and learn the science behind these amazing views of the universe. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/best_of_hubble_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/best_of_hubble_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Google, Inchttp://earth.google.com/sky/skyeduPlanets, moons and asteroids, zooming across the Sky....Why stop at 8 planets? This KML includes 95 objects from the Solar System: the planets, dwarf planets, and major planet moons and asteroids... along with 2 years of orbital data. You can turn on the orbital path for each object in the file, showing the loops and curls as they go through their retrograde and prograde motions. Or zoom in on Jupiter and recreate the observations
that led Galileo to disprove the geocentric model of the Solar System. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/solar_system_motion_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/solar_system_motion_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probehttp://map.gsfc.nasa.gov/A glimpse of the oldest light in the universe, as seen by the WMAP satellite.This overlay, which maps out differences in temperatures in the Cosmic Microwave Background radiation, was created from data from the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe satellite. This map provides astronomers with the deepest possible look at the universe; the photons making up this image have traveled through space for over 13 billion years. The Microwave Sky helps researchers learn about the infancy of the universe, and puts our own Galaxy into new perspective. You will need to switch to Sky in Google Earth 4.2 to view this content.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/microwave_sky_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/microwave_sky_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth 4.2
Boris Kesterhttp://www.traveladventures.orgTreat yourself to a guided tour of the globe.This KML enables you to travel the world, seeing the sights along the way. With photos, descriptions and links, this KML is a highly informative and interesting account of one individuals jet-setting to the far reaches of our globe.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/travel_adventures_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/travel_adventures_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
African Wildlife Foundationhttp://www.awf.org/googleearthExplore the work being done by the African Wildlife Foundation.This KML enables you to view the work being done by the African Wildlife Foundation. The file provides information about African Heartlands, conservation work and a fascinating animation showing the tracking of collared elephants.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/african_wildlife_foundation_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/african_wildlife_foundation_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
James Staffordhttp://www.barnabu.co.ukSee a spectacular animated display of flight routes.This KML is one of the most innovative we have come across. Using the animation features within KML, James Stafford has created a file which animates flight routes from several international airports in the United States. Once you've opened the file, press the "play" button next to the time slider at the top of the viewer and watch the routes unfold as a visually exciting display.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/flight_animation_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/flight_animation_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Popular Sciencehttp://www.popsci.com/popsci/environment/26937c1702fc3110vgnvcm1000004eecbccdrcrd.htmlLearn and visualize climate change taking place on our planet.The issue of climate change and its potential to affect us all is becoming an increasingly "hot" topic. This KML created by Popular Science, acts as a guide to the environmental issues causing concern for scientists. Current issues and possible solutions are explored using photos, descriptions and overlays. If viewing this entry from the Google Earth Gallery, you may like to check out the updated Google Earth Outreach showcase page where this is featured.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/popsci_foe_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/popsci_foe_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
The Timoney Grouphttp://www.thetimoneygroup.comView an interesting representation of trade in South America.Geographical information doesn't necessarily mean flying around your neighbourhood. Sometimes, it's about providing a geographical context for information to be displayed, such as in the example here. The Timoney Group have created this KML giving an overview of trade in South America. Hovering your mouse over each country's placemark allows you to view the exports to the other South American countries for a variety of commodities.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/south_american_trade_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/south_american_trade_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Chandra X-ray Center EPOhttp://chandra.harvard.eduLearn how the Chandra X-ray Observatory came into existence.Launched in 1999, the Chandra X-ray Observatory is one of NASA's space telescopes. In this KML, you can explore how this amazing piece of technology was put together. From its conception to the launch at Cape Canaveral, see the model slowly form to become a 3D model within Google Earth itself. (Model by AmericanExplorer13.) If you have Google Earth 4.2, you can explore even further into space by clicking on the "Switch to Sky" icon located on the right of the top toolbar.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/chandra_tours_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/chandra_tours_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
GeoBeatshttp://www.geobeats.comSee your destination, hear from local experts.There are approximately 6.5 billion local experts in the world. GeoBeats has created a KML connecting us with a few of these. Each of the placemarks links to a video where you can hear from these experts giving information such as local etiquette, or how to use a city's public transportation system. Naturally, we think these videos are all the better for being geographically organized.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/geo_beats_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/geo_beats_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Ontario Underwater Councilhttp://www.underwatercouncil.com/?action=cms&cmspage=dive-ontarioExplore diving locations and shipwrecks in Ontario.Diving is a hobby enjoyed by people all over the world. The Ontario Underwater Council has collated information about dive sites spread out along the Great Lakes, providing textual and photographic information in the placemark description balloons. Information about clubs to join is also available for those wanting to explore the deep.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/ontario_shipwrecks_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/ontario_shipwrecks_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Craig Williamshttp://www.ippwatch.infoExplore a database of private power water licenses in British Columbia.This KML explores applications for private power licenses in British Columbia, focusing on the use of hydro power. The potential for using such an obvious and valuable resource is clear, but concerns about the development of projects close to or inside national parks is also a consideration. In this KML, Craig Williams from IPP Watch examines these applications.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/ipp_watch_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/ipp_watch_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Paul Dorseyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/331189Geographically explore the life of painter J. M. W. Turner.Commonly referred to as the "painter of light", JMW Turner was a famous British artist. In this file, explore the places of significance in Turner's life and the places he painted. Each placemark contains extensive information and photographs of Turner's artistic interpretations.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/jmw_turner_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/jmw_turner_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Paul Dorseyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/240611This KML contains a "geo-biography" of American poet and novelist Jack Kerouac. Paul Dorsey, a member of the Google Earth Community created this file which provides rich descriptions and photographs. This information, coupled with the geographical context of Google Earth provides a comprehensive overview of Kerouac's life and works.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/jack_kerouac_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/jack_kerouac_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Paul Dorseyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/607227Geographically explore the life of country music singer Hank Williams.Hank Williams was arguably one of the most influential musicans in recent times. In this KML created by Paul Dorsey (a member of the Google Earth Community), you can explore the life of the late country singer.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/hank_williams_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/hank_williams_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Paul Dorseyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/684069Take a geographic tour of French artist Henri Rousseau's life.Sometimes referred to as Le Douanier, Henri Rousseau was a French artist, that like so many now thought of a geniuses, was criticized and made fun of during his life. In this KML, explore his life and works, including his famous jungle scenes. If viewing this entry from the Google Earth Gallery, you may like to check out the updated Google Earth Outreach showcase page where this is featured.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/henri_rousseau_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/henri_rousseau_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Paul Dorseyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/310900Explore the life of French artist Paul Cézanne.In this KML, you can explore the life of post-impressionist painter Paul Cézanne. From his birth in 1839 to the end of his life in 1906, each placemark contains an informative biographical description and image.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/cezanne_biography_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/cezanne_biography_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Paul Dorseyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/167340Explore the life of reggae singer Bob Marley.In this KML, you can explore the life of reggae singer Bob Marley. The creator of this file, Paul Dorsey, has used detailed descriptions to provide an extensive biography of Bob Marley's life. This is a prime example of using geography to give textual descriptions more meaning and relevance.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/bob_marley_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/bob_marley_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
LuciaMhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/411188Visualize the life and works of Jane Austen.Jane Austen's literary talents rank her alongside the greats of English literature. In this beautifully organized KML, LuciaM (from the Google Earth Community) allows us all to explore Austen's life and the places mentioned in her famous novels. This KML is a prime example of merging the literature studies of Austen's work with a geographical context to provide a more comprehensive biography.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/jane_austen_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/jane_austen_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Earth@sghttp://www.earthsg.com/index.php?option=com_esg&act=mups&task=list&cid=38Become a Formula 1 driver with Google Earth and drive the streets of Singapore.Combining 3D buildings and the ability to fly a route, Earth@sg have created a very exciting KML which allows you to become your own Forumla 1 expert without even having to get a driving license. Once you've opened up the KML file, follow the instructions on the screen. There are no "Please drive carefully" signs here!http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/singapore_grand_prix_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/singapore_grand_prix_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Geoffrey W. Schultzhttp://www.geoffschultz.org/GoogleEarthStep on board the yacht "Blue Jacket" and sail the world.In this KML, you can follow the voyages of the yacht, "Blue Jacket" as she sails the seas. Each placemark contains information about the stop with a link to a full trip report with photos. We really like this example of someone sharing their experiences through Google Earth.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/blue_jacket_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/blue_jacket_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Satishgskhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/299112See the locations of the hottest, coldest, biggest and smallest places on Earth.Our planet is an extremely diverse place. Satishgsk (a member of the Google Earth Community), has compiled a KML showing the locations of the extreme places. From Angel Falls, in Venezuela (the world's tallest waterfall) to Karl-Marx-Hof in Vienna (the longest residential building in the world), read descriptions and view photographs about our crazy world.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/extreme_series_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/extreme_series_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Max Kade Center for German American StudiesLearn about the voyages of pioneering naturist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt.During the 18th and 19th centuries, a pioneering naturalist and explorer called Alexander von Humboldt set out to explore and research Latin America. In this KML, you can explore the route that Humboldt took, viewing photos, descriptions and map overlays to discover more about this region of the world. If viewing this entry from the Google Earth Gallery, you may like to check out the updated Google Earth Outreach showcase page where this is featured.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/humboldt_travels_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/humboldt_travels_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
EveryTrailhttp://www.everytrail.comTake a trip around the spectacular scenery of Yosemite National Park.Yosemite National Park in California is visited by millions of people every year who go to see the spectacular scenery. In this KML, you can explore an individual's experience of a hike to the famous "Half Dome". Viewing tip: Turn on "Terrain" in your layers section.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/everytrail_yosemite_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/everytrail_yosemite_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
EveryTrailhttp://www.everytrail.comGo whale watching in Baja California Sur.Known for its natural beauty, Baja California Sur is a popular place for tourists to visit. In this KML, explore one individual's trip, taking a cruise around the peninsula. View the routes and photos from the whale watching expedition along the way and enjoy the sunshine without having any jet lag!http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/baha_cruise_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/baha_cruise_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Matt Foxhttp://www.gelib.fox-fam.comEver fancied being a pilot or air traffic controller? Come closer with Google Earth.Matt Fox from the GE Library has created this KML showing 3D airspace for the United States. Image overlays which become higher in resolution the closer you zoom in, and polygons representing airspace regions are available, giving an interesting look at air navigation. Additional viewing tip: If you press CTRL + G, you can "fly" in "Flight Control" mode giving a more realistic experience - CTRL + T will return you to the standard mode.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/aero_charts_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/aero_charts_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Josie Nordenhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/842315See the structures designed to protect London from invasion in the 19th century.In the late 19th century, a number of defences were constructed in southern England to protect London from invasion. See the locations of these "forts" and read about their history and present day usage.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/london_land_defences_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/london_land_defences_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Felippohttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/243338Explore the mysterious "White Horses" of the United Kingdom.The sight when driving around the UK of a white horse engraved into the hillside is synonymous with the beauty and mystery of the English countryside. In this KML by Felippo (a member of the Google Earth Community), you can see the locations of these hill figures, learning about their history along the way. Information and photographs are included in the placemark description bubbles, giving a birds eye tour of these sites.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/white_horses_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/white_horses_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Indiana Covered Bridge Societyhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/955837Learn about the historical covered bridges of Indiana.The Indiana Covered Bridge Society has created this KML allowing you to fly around the state of Indiana exploring the many covered bridges - each one with its own unique history. The placemarks in the KML contain a brief history and photograph of the bridge.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/indiana_covered_bridges_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/indiana_covered_bridges_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
BFI - British Film Institutehttp://www.bfi.org.uk/features/mk/google.htmlFor around 70 years, 800 rolls of film lay unopened. Contained within these barrels was a fascinating series of films documenting everyday life in Britain in the early 20th century. The locations of these films have now been geographically organized by the British Film Institute and show images and dates within the placemark description bubbles.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/bfi_mk_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/bfi_mk_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
BFI - British Film Institutehttp://www.bfi.org.uk/features/openroad/google.htmlView the journey taken by Claude Friese-Greene (a cinematographer) from Land's End to John O'Groats.In 1924, a cinematographer by the name of Claude Friese-Greene began a trip across the United Kingdom, traveling from Land's End to John O'Groats. Using an experimental colour process, Friese-Greene recorded his adventure. And now, the British Film Institute has put together a tour reliving his expedition. Included, are images and descriptions in the placemark balloons.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/bfi_open_road_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/bfi_open_road_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Steve ThompsonExplore the wartime landscape of Britain in WWII.In this extremely comprehensive KML, you can view Britain's wartime landscape. The file shows thousands of sites that played a part in defending Britain. Each placemark contains a description of the site's function, current condition, and where available photographic evidence. Viewing Tip: Avoid turning on all folders at the same time as this may cause the application to slow down on some computers.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/defence_of_britain_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/defence_of_britain_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Greeninfo Networkhttp://www.greeninfo.orgLearn about the potential threats facing America's forestry heritage.Produced by Greeninfo for the Sierra Club environmental organization, this KML illustrates the threat to America's forestry heritage. The use of polygons and lines to show boundaries has been used extensively here to represent those areas under threat. This type of KML can prove very useful in connecting the public with current environmental concerns both locally and worldwide.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/greeninfo_public_land_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/greeninfo_public_land_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
GlobalGivinghttp://www.globalgiving.comExplore Global Giving projects worldwide.In this KML produced by GlobalGiving (an organization that connects potential donors to projects), you can view the locations and details of programs taking place around the world. What we really like about this file, is the geographical connection to where problems are occurring - and what can be done to help.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/global_giving_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/global_giving_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Visual Travel Guidehttp://www.visualtravelguide.comYou've explored the world from above, now explore it from the ground.With approximately 18,000 individual photographs located inside the placemark description bubbles, this KML enables you to explore and see for yourself the huge differences in planet Earth's cities, cultures and landscapes. From the deserts of the Middle East to the icey wilderness of Iceland, this file will undoubtedly give you a virtual travel bug.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/visual_travel_guide_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/visual_travel_guide_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Jesse Blantonhttp://www.worldrabiesday.org/index_en.phpLearn about the preparations for World Rabies Day on September 8, 2007.Rabies is a serious viral zoonotic (an infectious disease transmittable from animal to human and vice-versa), that tragically is often fatal. On September 8, 2007 World Rabies Day will take place aiming to raise awareness of the disease and ways in which it can be prevented. In this file, explore where the events are taking place, read personal stories from those involved and learn about rabies statistics from around the world.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/rabies_awareness_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/rabies_awareness_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Plazes AGhttp://plazes.comGeographically interact and connect with people all over the world.Using Google Earth to explore places of interest is always fun, but how about exploring people on Google Earth? Plazes is an interesting dynamic social networking KML which allows you to add your current location sharing your life with your friends and others. Or, if that's not for you, then you can just do some "Geo people watching" and see what others are up to.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/plazes_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/plazes_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
DestinSharks.comhttp://destinsharks.comExperience an animated photographic tour of Death Valley, California.Using a camera and GPS device to locate the place of the camera, DestinSharks have created a KML offering an animated photographic tour of Death Valley, California. Just to the left of the time slider at the top, you will see a small icon that looks like a clock. Here you can change the speed of the animation. We would suggest setting this to the slowest. Once you have done that, press play and see Death Valley unfold infront of your eyes.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/death_valley_driving_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/death_valley_driving_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
EveryTrailhttp://www.everytrail.comTake a trip round Namibia with EveryTrail.In this KML, EveryTrail allows you to tour Namibia, an African country with a harsh climate and varied landscape. See how one individual has shared their trip around Namibia, viewing photos along the way of the mountains, towns and many shipwrecks located on the Skeleton Coast.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/everytrail_namibia_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/everytrail_namibia_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
BFI - British Film Institutehttp://chaplin.bfi.org.uk/worldExplore the life of Charlie Chaplin in a rich geospatial context.In this file put together by the British Film Institute, you can explore the people and places that were of significance to arguably the most famous of all the silent movie actors, Charlie Chaplin.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/charlie_chaplin_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/charlie_chaplin_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Kazuaki Tsuchiyahttp://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/index_e.htmlSee an animation of the population trends in Tokyo.Using polygons to represent each of the areas of Tokyo, Kazuaki Tsuchiya has created an animation showing how the population has changed since 1955 and how it is expected to change up until 2025. Use the time slider at the top to view this interesting geographical representation.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/tokyo_population_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/tokyo_population_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Clean Cruisinghttp://www.cleancruising.com.auTake a virtual or carbon neutral cruise.Clean Cruising is a company in Australia that offers carbon neutral cruising - that is offsetting the carbon emissions created by planting trees. See information about the routes, the cruises on offer and the places to visit in this interesting initiative encouraging a greater awareness of climate change.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/clean_cruising_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/clean_cruising_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Smithsonian Institutionhttp://www.asia.si.eduExplore the voyages taken by Portugal's pioneering explorers in the 16th and 17th centuries.During the 16th and 17th centuries, Portugal's initiative to explore and discover brought the world closer together and turned Portugal into a major world economic power. In this file, you can read information, see photographs and view the paths taken in these pioneering voyages.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/encompassing_globe_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/encompassing_globe_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
North American Commission for Environmental Cooperationhttp://www.cec.orgEstablished under the North American Agreement on Environmental Cooperation (NAAEC), the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) was set up to provide a platform through which Canada, the United States and Mexico could work together on a variety of environmental concerns. In this file, you can explore pollutant data collected from approximately 30,000 sites across the North American continent.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/cec_prtr_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/cec_prtr_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Noisettehttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/578443Take a tour of the history of art nouveau in Brussels.Noisette, a member on the Google Earth Community has put together a historical tour of "Art Nouveau" in Brussels, Belgium. See descriptions and images about the artists whose influence proved so strong in the artistic history of this vibrant European city.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/art_nouveau_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/art_nouveau_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Chris Rehberghttp://www.wherelightmeetsdark.com/index.php?module=pagemaster&PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=65On the trail of the Tasmanian tiger. Is it really extinct?Thylacine, more commonly referred to as the Tasmanian Tiger is officially classed as an extinct species, but regular sightings continue to come in. Explore the history of these sightings and see if the tiger is really gone.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/tasmanian_tiger_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/tasmanian_tiger_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Matt Hardinghttp://www.wherethehellismatt.comMatt dances badly in interesting and exotic places all over the world. Check out where.For the past few years, video game designer Matt Harding has pursued an unlikely avocation as a worldwide wanderer. His videos of himself dancing (rather badly) at various exotic locales turned into the "Where the Hell Is Matt?" website and a hit video series on YouTube. Now you can use Google Earth to follow along in Matt's global-hopscotching footsteps and explore some of the places he's landed.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/matt_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/matt_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earthhttp://earth.google.com/mattframe.html
NormBhttp://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/229846Tour the coast of New Zealand seeing the history of lighthouses.New Zealand is known for its beautiful but sometimes harsh coastline. Here you can see a KML showing the lighthouses of New Zealand, viewing photos and learning about their history and usage.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/nz_lighthouses_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/nz_lighthouses_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
EarthNC Inchttp://earthnc.comCheck out current sea conditions reported by ships navigating the oceans.At any one time there are thousands of ships navigating the blue planet. A project by NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration), called the Voluntary Observation Ship (VOS) encourages commercial vessels to give weather reports as they cross the globe. Here you can view a dynamic KML showing weather reports in the placemark description balloons for the past 24 hours. Use the time slider at the top to scroll through to find those of interest.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/destin_noaa_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/destin_noaa_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Trimble Outdoorshttp://www.trimbleoutdoors.comTake a trip on the wild side with Trimble Outdoors Trips.Enjoy guided tours of locations across the United States. View photos and information inside the description balloons and turn on the "Terrain" in your "Layers" section for maximum effect. Based around information collected by GPS systems, there is also the option to submit your own expedition.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/trimble_outdoors_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/trimble_outdoors_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Global Heritage Fundhttp://www.globalheritagefund.org/globalheritagenetwork.htmlSee the Earth's archaeological and cultural glory.For thousands of years, different cultures have shaped the world we live in today. The Global Heritage Fund layer explores the 13 cultural heritage sites that GHF is attempting to preserve for future generations. From ancient Mayan Mirador pyramids buried in a Guatemalan forest threatened by clear cutting to the crumbling Lijiang Ancient Town in China, which represents 1,000 years in the lives of the Naxi people, GHF introduces you to these threatened archaeological treasures, and the work it's doing, in partnership with local governments and resources, to save them.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/global_heritage_fund_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/global_heritage_fund_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
WWFhttp://www.panda.org/about_wwf/where_we_work/project/google_earth/index.cfmWWF conservation work around the world.The World Wildlife Fund is active in over 100 countries around the world. This layer lets you view research descriptions and see photographs from more than 150 WWF projects, from rhino conservation in Namibia to encouraging responsible forest management in the expanse of Siberia. Learn how WWF is helping local peoples balance natural resource protection with sustainable economic development.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/wwf_conservation_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/wwf_conservation_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
The Jane Goodall Institutehttp://www.gombechimpanzee.blogspot.comMeet Frodo and his friends in the Gombe Chimpanzee ReserveTake a tour of the Gombe Chimpanzee Reserve in Tanzania with Frodo the chimp and his friends. You can follow the regular blog about the chimps' activities, explore features like the park boundary, watersheds and landmarks by clicking on links within description balloons and even turn on "Terrain" in your "Layers" section to fly around the park, getting a "chimps' eye" view of their habitat.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/jane_goodall_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/jane_goodall_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Appalachian Voiceshttp://www.ilovemountains.org/multimedia#geMountaintop removal coal mining in the Appalachians.Take a geographical trip to the Appalachian Mountains to see the problems caused by mountaintop removal coal mining. Historical overlays highlight the magnitude of earth loss as you virtually visit hundreds of mountains and take an extended guided tour of one of them, learning how it is being mined, and the devastating consequences for the natural habitat and the people who depend on it.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/appalachian_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/appalachian_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Jeremy Jacksonhttp://jeremyjac.googlepages.comView an interesting animation showing world population increases.In this file, use the time slider at the top of the Google Earth client to visualize how world population has changed over time. This information is displayed using polygons which show population data from 1950 through to the predicted population in 2010.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/world_population_animation_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/world_population_animation_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Andrew W. Hillhttp://systbio.org/?q=node/184View the evolutionary changes that have occured in avian influenza.One of the major concerns for scientists studying avian influenza, or bird flu, is that the virus will mutate into a form that can be passed easily from human to human. Phylogeny is the study of the evolution amongst the related organisms. Andrew Hill has put together an animation showing the changes that have occured already in bird flu allowing you to visualize when and where these changes took place.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/bird_flu_phylogeny_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/bird_flu_phylogeny_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Malaria Atlas Projecthttp://www.map.ox.ac.ukIn this file, you can view information put together by the Malaria Atlas Project, a research project at Oxford University. Information dating back to the 1980's can be viewed, allowing a better geographical understanding of the places where Malaria is found.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/malaria_atlas_project_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/malaria_atlas_project_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
SinGeohttp://www.singeo.com.sgSinGeo has put together a very interesting geographical representation of Dengue Fever in Singapore. Through an animation, you can see where and when Dengue Fever has occured. Use the time slider at the top to control the animation settings from different days found in your Places panel. Please allow several moments for this file to load.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/singapore_dengue_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/singapore_dengue_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Declan Butlerhttp://declanbutler.info/blog/?p=58Declan Butler, a senior reporter at Nature magazine has created an animated KML showing cases of avian influenza. Watch the spread from Asia to Europe and check out for example when the virus follows the border between Russia and Kazakhstan. Both human and animal cases can be viewed with each placemark in the animation, which provides information about the case.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/declan_avian_influenza_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/declan_avian_influenza_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Gerardo64http://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/showthreaded.php/Cat/0/Number/221440In this example using overlays, Gerardo64 from the Google Earth Community has shown world population distribution. From small pockets of population in the Australian Outback to the large metro areas along the Eastern seaboard of America, learn where humans are making their mark on the world.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/population_density_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/population_density_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Losing Georgiahttp://www.losinggeorgia.comView the pressures associated with urbanization in Douglas County, Georgia.Losing Georgia is a project which provides a geographic and historical documentation of the losses associated with urban sprawl. Using photos, descriptions and historical overlays, this file allows you to explore Douglas County's past and present. Tick the network link box to view the data.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/losing_georgia_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/losing_georgia_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Juice Analyticshttp://www.juiceanalytics.com/writing/2006/03/census-data-in-google-earthIn this KML, polygons are used to represent United States Census data, allowing you to observe the median age for each county in California.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/california_median_ages_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/california_median_ages_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
James Staffordhttp://www.barnabu.co.ukView an animation of Jupiter captured by the Cassini spacecraft.In this animation, James Stafford has used image overlays from the Cassini spacecraft to show the flyby of the largest planet in our solar system, Jupiter. To obtain maximum effect, turn "Borders" off in your "Layers" section and in the menu bar at the top, click on "View" and ensure "Atmosphere" is unchecked to enjoy a truely spatial experience. Note that the file may take a few minutes to load.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/jupiter_cassini_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/jupiter_cassini_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Marine Conservation Biology Institutehttp://www.mcbi.org/shining_sea/s2ss_globe.htmWe all know that the United States is a vast country with a huge variety of terrain, climate and geological features, but few of us may take time to consider the 4.4 million square miles of ocean under U.S. jurisdiction. Explore America's oceans from the comfort of your home without even having to get your feet wet.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/shining_sea_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/shining_sea_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
National Geophysical Data Centerhttp://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/dmspUsing overlays from the Defense Meteorological Satellite Program, researchers at the National Geophysical Data Center in the United States have created a Google Earth file showing how the planet looks at night. From 1992 to 2003, these overlays allow you to see the increase in light pollution as population expands and the accessibility to electricity increases. For example, zoom into Dubai and check out the differences between 1992 and 2003.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/night_lights_dmsp_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/night_lights_dmsp_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Ocean Conservancy/GreenInfohttp://www.greeninfo.orgExplore the coastline of CaliforniaThe coastline of California is known for its spectacular scenery and diverse marine life. In this file, explore California's landmark, ocean conservation legacy, a newly-created network of marine protected areas. View this network of 29 marine protected areas, covering 200 square miles between Santa Barbara and San Francisco. View fact sheets for each protected area that describes the unique ecological value of the site, including aerial and underwater photos and video of vibrant but fragile wildlife and ecosystems.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/ca_marine_protected_areas_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/ca_marine_protected_areas_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Sierra Clubhttp://www.sierraclub.org/arctic/mapsEnvironmental concerns in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.This file enables you to explore a controversial geographic area - the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. You can learn more about the potential consequences of drilling for oil in the wilderness of Northern Alaska, most notably the impact on the environment and wildlife.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/sierra_club_arctic_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/sierra_club_arctic_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Earthwatch Institutehttp://www.earthwatch.orgLearn about Earthwatch expeditions around the world.You can explore volunteer Earthwatch expeditions virtually in Google Earth, from this Sweetwater's rhinos expedition to recording lemur activity in Madagascar to studying the impact of climate change on grey whale populations in Mexico and Canada. You can learn here where the expeditions are happening, what the volunteers are doing and -- most important -- how you can get involved. This KML is also available for viewing in "Global Awareness" layer.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/earthwatch_expeditions_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/earthwatch_expeditions_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
NorthTree Fire Internationalhttp://www.northtreefire.com/gisNorthTree Fire International has created a Google Earth file showing information about the Almanor Basin in Northern California. Many different geographical features are examined here from water quality to the transportation infrastructure.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/almanor_basin_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/almanor_basin_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
Cornwall Wildlife Trusthttp://www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.ukTake a nature tour of the county of Cornwall in England with the Cornwall Wildlife Trust.In this example put together by a volunteer at the Cornwall Wildlife Trust in South West England, you can explore the many nature reserves and find out about the features of each reserve. Plans of the reserves are also included as overlays to show the layout of the reserve.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/cornwall_wildlife_trust_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/cornwall_wildlife_trust_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
SkyTruthhttp://www.skytruth.orgLearn about the challenges facing the fragile ecosystem of the Upper Green River Valley, Wyoming.Visualize a serious concern in the Upper Green River Valley of Wyoming and see for yourself the impact on the ecosystem in this beautiful landscape when drilling for gas takes place. The balance between obtaining energy resources needed for every day use against the concerns of wildlife habitat is explained here in a rich geospatial context using photographic and textual information along with time animations and polygons to show affected areas. Please allow a few moments for this file to load.http://earth.google.com/gallery/images/small/skytruth_green_valley_sm.jpghttp://earth.google.com/gallery/images/large/skytruth_green_valley_lg.jpgOpen in Google Earth
