Google Earth View brings 3D Google Maps to your browser

Anyone who has used Google Earth would know how fantastic the program is. There is very little in modern technology that beats looking at our entire world in virtual 3D.

To commemorate Earth Day, Google has decided to bring this feature to the default Google Maps that you find on any browser. So now, instead of downloading and installing the full Google Earth software, you can get its 3D modeling benefits right in your browser— and all you need to do is install a plugin!

When you first visit maps.google.com/earthview, you will be prompted to install the Google Earth plugin in case you don't already have it. Once you do that, the world is your oyster! Check out your city and zoom in to view 3D representations of landmarks and structures. Those in Mumbai can zoom in to have a look at a full 3D model of the new Bandra-Worli sealink, along with other recognizable landmarks like the Nehru Center.

Google has written a blog post and made a helpful video that detail all the features of the new service and how to go about making the most of it.