What is Wikimapia?
Wikimapia is a free, online map and satellite imaging resource that combines the functionality of Google Maps with a wiki component that allows users to add information, edits, and notes to any location in the world.
Launched in 2006, Wikimapia aims to create a highly detailed, user-generated world map. The goal is to allow users to learn about different places and contribute their local knowledge. Any registered user can add a point, draw a polygon, or edit information about a location.
Some key features of Wikimapia include:
- Interactive world map powered by Google Maps
- Ability for users to describe and tag any location
- Categories like buildings, restaurants, roads, etc.
- Photos, links, and references can be added for points of interest
- Multilingual - available in over 100 languages
- User ratings and reviews
- Dedicated discussion section for every place
- XML data export option
Overall, Wikimapia leverages its community of users to create a rich, informative and multilingual map that documents the world around us. It allows anyone to contribute knowledge and learn about locations at both a macro and micro level.
Google Maps, Google Earth, OpenStreetMap, Modest Maps, Map Maker, Apple Maps, TransforMap, Leaflet, TomTom MyDrive, Earth View from Google Earth, Mapline, Google Map Maker, GeoFlow, Wikiroutes are some alternatives to Wikimapia.