Google Maps & Google Earth bring you closer to Summer Olympics medal counts & Beijing stadiums

From where do the most Beijing Summer Olympic medal winners hail? Despite Michael Phelps being well on his way to breaking Mark Spitz’s record of seven gold medals at a single Games, it’s not North America that has the most gold medals so far. According to the Google Maps’ Summer Games 2008, as of Aug. 12, 2008, China has won the most Olympic gold. The United States has won the most overall medals.

The Stadium page is my favorite of all the maps. Click on a stadium and watch a video as Google Earth zooms in. They also offer a photo and info about the venue. Here’s the National Aquatics Center. Read: Olympics: Ticket to Beijing Swimming category.

– Jen Leo, Los Angeles Times Travel & Deal blogger

[Images: maps.google.com]

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