15 Must-See Sights in Google Earth

From desert artwork that covers 62 miles, to a family of elephants, to the Firefox logo, Google Earth gives armchair explorers exciting images galore.

By Diann Daniel

Few of us have the means or the time to travel the world and indulge our sense of adventure. But our wanderlust can be fed—if only virtually—with Google Earth. These 15 images are the fruits of armchair explorers who have gone before you. After you take a look, be sure to use the coordinates to visit the sites and explore on your own.

Cast Away Island

The Fiji island of Monuriki was made famous by the 2000 movie Cast Away, in which Tom Hanks' character is stranded on an uninhabited island. The island is uninhabited by humans in real life as well. But for $70 you can take the "Cast Away Tour" and marvel at its natural beauty, which is home to the endangered Fiji Crested Iguana, coconuts and great snorkeling. Or you can gaze from afar for free with Google Earth.

Coordinates: 17 36'32"S, 177 02'02"E