24 June 2006

France Unveils Google-like Map Service

Called Geoportal, the site offers the ability to zoom in to as close as 20 inches off the ground, the best resolution available in Europe.

400,000 images comprise the tool along with 3,700 maps, which are updated every five years. Read the article France Unveils Google-like Map Service The system was developed by the National Geographic, and much like Google Earth it would be switchable from aerial to detailed maps, and soon even 3-D imagery.

However, unlike its counterpart geological data would also be added.

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