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Satellite Images for Pros: Part I |
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Click on pictures for full-size image |
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This section will only suit people who are passionate about maps & geography |
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ProSat1. An Island... |
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HINT
Highlight area between ** for hint
**About one third of the country is visible on this photo** |
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** Taiwan (or Formosa) ** |
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How to work it out ? Look at the size and location of the cities. |
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ProSat2. The main water feature is... |
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HINT
**2 French-speaking and 2 English-speaking countries border this major lake** |
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** Lake Tanganyika
The Ngorongoro Crater is also visible (up left) ** |
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ProSat3. A Major City... |
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**Located on a scarcely inhabited continent** |
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** Melbourne, Australia
with Tullamarine Airport ** |
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How to work it out ? This city has a characteristic shape. Locating the airport can also help. |
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ProSat4. A Border City... |
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**This city is famous for its pharmaceutical companies and watch makers** |
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** Basel, Switzerland ** |
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How to work it out ? Even if you don't recognise the city at first sight, there are many clues: Is this a big city ? Are there any shanty towns ? How is the agricultural layout ? Does the Urban infrastructure indicate that the city grew recently or that it is old ? Any indication that a border is nearby ? |
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ProSat5. A City with a famous fort and a picturesque river... |
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**A Spanish name but not in a Spanish speaking country** |
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** San Antonio, Texas
Fort Alamo is not easily visible, but the Riverwalk is ** |
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All images used by special courtesy of Google, unless stated otherwise. Copyright. All Rights reserved for all countries. |
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