Google has launched in collaboration with UNESCO, the World Monuments Fund, Getty Images and Ourplace an initiative entitled “World Wonders Project”, which allows anyone with Internet access to explore 132 of the most important historical monuments in the world.
With StreetView function, users can visit “virtually” a series of sites of special historical significance, among them is Stonehenge, the ancient temples of Kyoto, Jerusalem or the historical center of Prague. The project type includes StreetView images, 3D models of historical sites, pictures and videos, giving users many ways to explore the most important monuments of humanity.
“Google is committed to preserving and promoting the culture of any kind online. World Wonders project brings to life many important historical sites of the planet, making them accessible to a global audience unprecedented, “said Steve Crossan, Google Director Cultural Institute.
It is the first initiative in Google, which has launched Google Art Project, a site that allows users to virtually explore the most prestigious museums in the world. Google officials have announced plans to launch more partnerships with educational institutions, providing access to this project students and teachers in the educational packages.
World Wonders project can be accessed here.
Source: The Telegraph, Google
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Frank CornelissenI really think it is great that you come to Europe to show the stenudts what happend here during WWII! I do not know if you heard of the Historical Walks that are organized in Belgium?? I come from the Netherlands and go to Belgium twice a year to walk these Historical Walks. The first one is in Februari (surrounding area of Spa/Verviers) and the second one is in December (surrounding area of Bastogne). Many people walk there in Original American Soldier gear and drive around in tanks and jeeps. Because of this and the snow it gives you an even better look of what your American Soldiers had to go through. Might be intresting for the stenudts as well. Also there are many groups of re-enactors who can show you and the stenudts WWII vehicles and gear. If you are intrested in one of these things, feel free to email me for more information!Greetings, Frank