In today's world, it's easier than ever to explore the world without ever leaving the comfort of your own home. Thanks to advances in technology, we can now access a wealth of information, imagery, and experiences online that can transport us to far-off places and help us learn about new cultures and environments.
Whether it's virtual tours of famous landmarks, immersive online exhibits at museums, or interactive maps and guides, the possibilities for digital exploration are endless.
Here are a few ways you can enjoy some of the most beautiful places on Earth ...
First up, visit the United States with Google Arts & Culture and The Hidden Worlds of the National Parks. Guided by rangers from each park, take a 360-degree tour of places like Hawaii, Alaska, New Mexico, Utah, and Florida. Each tour is filled with interesting audio explaining the secrets and not so well known features of each park.
Up next, Parks Canada has spent years collecting imagery from some of Canada's amazing national parks. Using Google Street View you can explore them in 360 degrees. Parks include:
- Autuittuq National Park on Baffin Island
- Torngat Mountains National Park in Newfoundland & Labrador
- Forillon Nation Park in Quebec
- Wood Buffalo Nation Park in Alberta and the Northwest Territories
- Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site in Nova Scotia
- Cape Breton Highlands National Park in Nova Scotia
- Point Pelee National Park in Ontario
Finally, Netflix has a collection of educational content, normally reserved for its streaming service, for free on Youtube. Included in this playlist is the entire Our Planet series which is narrated by David Attenborough and provides a breathtaking look at:
- Planet Diversity
- Frozen Worlds
- Jungles
- Coastal Seas
- From Deserts to Grasslands
- High Seas
- Fresh Water
- Forests
RELATED: Netflix has released over 30 documentary originals on Youtube for free ...
Celebrate our amazing home with these tools and let's never forget how wonderful our world really is.
