Where can you view live satellite maps online?

Images of live satellite maps can be found fairly easily on the internet. There are a number websites that offer free use of these maps, which make great educational tools.

Possibly the most reputable of these websites is National Geographic. The interface is very easy to use and political borders are made distinguishable. Mapquest.com is again very easy to navigate and should zoom in on your location instantly. Major roads are also displayed on Mapquest.com, which could prove useful for route planning. Another excellent website is Flashearth.com which is linked to a NASA satellite, enabling a more complete experience. This website offers satellite imagery of the world at night with exceptional clarity.