Google Earth

Check this out - amazing stuff!

Google Earth is a revolutionary program (still in beta stage) which allows you to explore our Earth like never before. This program, for lack of a better phrase, is REALLY REALLY COOL... It begins with a satellite view of the Earth and you can search for your destination and it will bring you there, zooming into the location. Beside the zoom feature that takes you literally down to the streets and buildings, you can view the terrain, look for hotels, schools and dining joints amongst other things. You can also rotate and tilt to get different angles to see the 3D effect of the terrain!

The negative aspect is that it still hasn't covered Asia well yet, but I expect that it should be in the works already. Also, you will need a good broadband connection or the streaming visuals will be take some time to load.

If you're all set and wanna feel like Peter Pan or Superman (whatever tickles your fancy), go download it at http://earth.google.com. .

Here are some screenshots I did :)


Overhead shot of Singapore


Buildings in New York


Terrain of Grand Canyon