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Google Maps killing off UK landmarks

Traditional maps withering away


According to British Cartographic Society president Mary Spence, internet maps simply don't bother to include such traditional landmarks which could literally slip off the map.



By way of example Spence pointed out that online maps of London’s South Kensington area omit rather large cultural landmarks such as the Royal Albert Hall, Natural History Museum, V&A, and Science Museum. Historical buildings such as Worcester Cathedral and Tewkesbury Abbey are not on their respective Google Maps.

Above: The barren area of South Kensington, courtesy of Google Maps.

Below: Streetmap's more detailed depiction of the tourist heaven.

But Google's “Geospatial Technologist” Ed Parsons disagreed, saying: "Internet maps can now be personalised allowing people to include landmarks and information that is of interest to them. Anyone can create their own maps or use experiences to collaborate with others in charting their local knowledge.


"You couldn't possibly have everything already pinpointed."



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