Explore Ancient Rome with Google Earth

[Ivan Seeking]

Google has added a new twist to its popular 3D map tool, Google Earth, offering millions of users the chance to visit a virtual ancient Rome.

Google has reconstructed the sprawling city - inhabited by more than one million people as long ago as AD320.

Users can zoom around the map to visit the Forum of Julius Caesar, stand in the centre of the Colosseum or swoop over the Basilica.

Researchers behind the project say it adds to five centuries of knowledge. [continued]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7725560.stm

 

[Danger]

Oh, but that do look interesting. I'm about ready to pack it in for the night, but I'll check it out tomorrow for sure.

 

[dyosa]

i just wonder how many days would be enough to visit Rome.:!)

 

[OAQfirst]

Ooh, I love this! Nice find, Ivan.