Happy New Year

Steven Ho

See how one individual chose to wish people a happy new year!

This KML combines Google Earth's modelling and animation features to wish us all a happy 2008. Once you've opened the KML, press the play button to let the animation run through a couple of times. Then sit back and enjoy the lights and moving text.

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Uptown Square, Chicago

MMNeighbors.com

http://www.magnoliamaldenneighbors.com

View a 3D model of uptown Chicago

This 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.

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Singapore Grand Prix

Earth@sg

http://www.earthsg.com/index.php?option=com_esg&act=mups&task=list&cid=38

Become 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!

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City of London Timeline

James Stafford

See a contructive animation of the City of London.

The one square mile City of London, London's main centre of finance, has changed dramatically over the years. Here, using the time slider, you can explore this constructive history via James Stafford's fascinating animation, which incorporates 3D buildings to show how the cityscape has changed, and how it likely will continue to evolve in the future. For full effect, enable "terrain" in the layers section.

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Tutankhamun's Tomb

Angel Tello

Examine the tomb of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun.

In this detailed 3D model created by Angel Tello, you can explore the tomb of Tutankhamun, arguably the most famous of the Egyptian pharaohs. You'll begin at the entrance and then descend into the tomb, seeing the treasures that lay undiscovered until 1922, when Howard Carter made a similar trip in real life, and unearthed a fascinating piece of history. Turn on the "Terrain" in your layers section for added effect.

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