The S.S Jassim Wreckage
The S.S. Jassim shipwreck tops the list of Google Earth discoveries. In addition to accidents on land, there are also maritime mishaps that result in the sinking of ships. The largest shipwreck that can be found on Google is in North Sentinel Island, South Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. Bolivian cargo ship Jassim, measuring 265 feet, ran aground and sank on Wingate Reef in 2003. In 2003, the Bolivian ferry ran aground in shallow water off the coast of Sudan. The shipwreck wasn't actually located on Google Earth, but the image was, and is now the largest, most recognizable, and most looked-for shipwreck.
Researchers, explorers, and scientists have placed more emphasis on using the Google Earth feature to survey the world and make previously unnoticed and undocumented discoveries known as a result of all these incredible and amazing discoveries on Google Earth. As the platform develops, more and better satellite images will be found, elevating Google Earth to a new level.
Anyone can now access images that were previously only available to governments from the comfort of their own homes or anywhere else without going through NASA. The location is not really accessible to tourists because a dangerous tribe calls it home. The island, which is nearly the size of Manhattan, has never been in contact with the outside world, according to reports. Two fishermen were also killed by the tribe when they entered the area.
- Where: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
- Year of Discovery: N/A
