The Tree That Owns Itself
The white oak tree that stands on the corner of Finley street and Dearing street in Athens, Georgia, has a unique claim to fame – it's commonly regarded as being the legal owner of the land that surrounds it, and…
Monumental Wannabes
If you've ever dreamt of travelling the world to see the world's most famous landmarks, but couldn't afford to finance the big trip, perhaps you might consider visiting one of the many not-so-famous sites that attempt to replicate those better-known…
Burj Dubai renamed Burj Khalifa, still the tallest thing on Earth
In September 2008 the still-incomplete Burj Dubai building officially surpassed the height of all other buildings, towers and masts worldwide, making it the tallest man-made structure on the planet. However, it wasn't until yesterday that the building was officially opened,…
Top Ten Google Sightseeing Posts 2009
Another year is winding up here at Google Sightseeing, so here's a look back at the most popular posts from 2009. 1. Top 10 Street Views, April 2009 Following an absolutely massive launch of Street View imagery across Europe in…
World’s Largest Christmas Shop
To get us in the holiday spirit, let's pay a visit to the world's largest Christmas shop - Bronner's in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Officially named Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland (including the emphasis on "Christ"), the statistics are mind-boggling: The building is 29,700…
Canada’s Grand Railway Hotels – Part 3
With the expansion of Street View coverage in Canada, we can continue our exploration (see parts one & two) of historic Grand Railway Hotels. Travelling again from east to west, we begin in Winnipeg, location of the magnificent Fort Garry…
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