Jerusalem, Tel Aviv make Google’s World Wonders Project
Software provides surfers an in-depth virtual tour of some of Israel's historic gems
JERUSALEM (JTA) — Jerusalem’s Old City and parts of historic Tel Aviv are featured in Google’s new “World Wonders Project,” although Jerusalem is not included under the Israel category.
The project allows visitors to take a virtual tour of 132 historic and heritage sites from 18 countries and is presented in six languages including English and Hebrew.
The Asia category includes Israel, Japan and Jerusalem. Tel Aviv’s historic “White City” is registered under the Israel category. Jerusalem, in its own category separate from Israel, is made up of views of the Old City, including the Western Wall.
The Jerusalem page offers a zoomable panoramic view of the Old City, UNESCO information on the city’s heritage sites and a rich photo gallery.
The project was launched May 31 and uses Street View, 3D modeling and other Google technologies. Partners in the project include UNESCO and the World Monuments Fund.