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Now you can use Earth view to see maps in 3D on Google Maps!

Earth view uses the same technology that powers the Google Earth desktop application. It allows you to view the same high-resolution imagery, terrain, and 3D cityscapes, all from right within your browser. (Google Lat Long Blog)

The screenshot above is the Petronas Twins Tower in Google Map’s 3D view. Impressive, isn’t it?

To activate the Earth view, you need to have Google Earth Plugin installed. Most modern web browsers are supported, Windows and Mac. Linux user, sorry.

Click here for Google Maps earth view

Here is the video introduction to Earth view.

Tips for Google Map Earth 3D view

In the earth view, a new compass is added on top of the navigation bar in the left. To tilt, you can click on the compass or press Shift+Up/Down/Left/Right. Clicking on the N of the compass will return you to North-up view.

Enjoy!

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