Google Earth adds Ancient Rome layer

A new layer in Google Earth will let you get a feel of what Ancient Rome was like.

There are more than 6,700 buildings to explore in the virtual representation of the city in 320AD and you can even get a detailed look at the interior of the Colosseum.

To view Ancient Rome 3D go to the Layers panel of Google Earth, select Gallery, then Ancient Rome 3D. The layer is not yet working but should be live very soon.

Michael Jones, Google Earth's chief technology advocate said: "For centuries, people all over the world have been fascinated by Roman civilisation.

"We're delighted to share the culmination of years of work by scholars, historians, artists and others with Google Earth users around the world," Jones continued.

The innovation was also greeted enthusiastically by Rome's Mayor.

Gianni Alemanno said: "We're delighted even more people all over the world can now enjoy the heritage of our great city.

"It's an incredible opportunity to share the stunning greatness of Ancient Rome, perfect example of how the new technologies can be ideal allies of our history, archeology and cultural identity," continued Alemanno.

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