Unbelievable Locations That Can Only Be Seen on Google Earth

A Star Shaped Town

This town is located in Northern Italy. Called Palmanova, this city was built in 1593 to resemble a 9-point star, which was considered the ideal version of a city at the time. The place still stands today, but it is no longer considered the pinnacle of innovation. 

An Odd Glyph

This glyph in the sand was created by the most notorious party on American soil. No, we are not talking about the republican party, we're talking about Burning Man attendees. If you want to see where this one lands, go to 37.401573, -116.867808. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.