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Wikimapia

A map where anyone can outline and describe any place

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Coverage: Worldwide
Updates: Community
Price: Free
Sign-up: Not needed
View: Flat map

What is Wikimapia?

Wikimapia lets users draw outlines around places, from buildings and parks to military bases and villages, and describe them, on top of satellite imagery. It is strong in places with thin coverage on other maps.

What you can do

User-described places over satellite imagery
Search by name
Categories of places

The details

Coverage: Worldwide
Updates: Continuously (community edits)
Data source: User contributions
Made by: Wikimapia (community project)
Price: Free
Account: No account needed
On phones: Works well on phones
Map view: Flat map

Tips for using Wikimapia

Hover over outlined areas to read what locals have written about them.

Who it is for

Wikimapia is especially useful for map lovers and travelers.

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Questions about Wikimapia

Is Wikimapia free?

Yes. Wikimapia is free to use.

Do I need an account to use Wikimapia?

No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.

How often is Wikimapia updated?

It changes continuously as the community adds and edits information.

Where does Wikimapia get its data?

User contributions.

Can I use Wikimapia on my phone?

Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.

What are some alternatives to Wikimapia?

Similar maps include Atlas Obscura, Google Street View, FlightConnections and Chronotrains. See the full list of Wikimapia alternatives on ColorfulMaps.

Summary based on public information about Wikimapia. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.