2008 Global Torch Relay

Google

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Track the 2008 Global Torch Relay as it makes its way around the earth.

An ongoing tradition from 766 B.C. has been to ignite the torch at the ancient site in Olympia, Greece. From March 25th until the start of August, the Torch Relay will travel across Greece, into Beijing, and then around the world through cities, oceans, and even the world's highest mountain, Mt. Qomolangma (Mt. Everest). The relay's purpose is to spread the Olympic spirit as well as the message of peace and friendship, and also ignite the passion of the people around the world.

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360 Cities

360 Cities BV

http://www.360cities.net

Fly inside 360 degree panoramas in locations worldwide.

Using the PhotoOverlay feature in Google Earth 4.2, 360 Cities have created this KML that allows you to fly into hundreds of panoramas. Each city has a variety of locations with panoramas to fly into. From the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles to the hot deserts of Syria, there is something for all travel tastes. 360 Cities are continually updating this dymanic KML, enabling you to view new panoramas as they become available for new places.

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UNHCR - A Refugee's Life

UNHCR

http://www.unhcr.org

See how the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is assisting refugees worldwide.

This KML produced by the Geneva based UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) illustrates the life of refugees located worldwide and shows the valuable work being undertaken by the agency to offer assistance through health care, education and hope. Through photographic, video and textual information, this KML provides a geographical account of the UNHCR's work.

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