2500 Photos on Google Maps โ€“ A Journey of Capturing & Contributing! ๐ŸŒโœจ

Hi, enthusiastic Local Guides! :wave:

Iโ€™m thrilled to share that Iโ€™ve contributed 2500 photos to Google Maps! :rocket: From bustling streets to serene landscapes, hidden gems to famous landmarks, each photo has been a small step toward making information more accessible for everyone.

:round_pushpin: Every picture tells a story, but more importantly, it helps travellers, food lovers, and explorers make informed choices. Whether showcasing a wheelchair-accessible entrance :wheelchair:, highlighting a cozy tea stall, or capturing the beauty of a local park, my goal has always been to add value to the Maps experience.

:sparkles: Why I Love Contributing:

:white_check_mark: Helping people find the best places with accurate visuals.
:white_check_mark: Showcasing lesser-known spots that deserve attention.
:white_check_mark: Making accessibility information visible for those who need it (the one feature which I found out after I became active on this platform)
:white_check_mark: Watching my photos cross thousands (sometimes millions!) of views, impacting real people.

As I continue this journey, Iโ€™d love to hear from you allโ€”Whatโ€™s your favourite kind of place to photograph? Do you focus on food, nature, heritage sites, or something else? Letโ€™s celebrate our contributions together! :tada:

I am looking forward to your thoughts and feedback! :raised_hands:

#localguides #googlemaps photography #exploringtheworld

:heart: :sunglasses:

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Well done! great contributions @MilanSurya
Keep Contribution

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Thank you! :heart::smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

Congratulations :clap: @MilanSurya keep contributing

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Congratulations.

Keep contributing and sharing.

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Thanks a ton! @NareshDarji :heart:

Thank you very much!! :heart: @Gouri.PS

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Congratulations @MilanSurya. Keep up the good work.

You asked what favourite kind of photos others focus on. My preference is for storefront photos as outlined in a series of posts by @MortenCopenhagen. Storefront Photography Series Index

Weโ€™ve also seen the regular references by @AdamGT to โ€œitโ€™s not what we like, but what the Google Maps algorithm likesโ€, that determines our success.

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Congratulations @MilanSurya . More photos to add

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Thank you very much! And I appreciate that you take the time and comment on each post that I share. Thanks a ton! :heart::smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

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You are welcome @MilanSurya

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