Planet Panoramas utilize Stereographic Projection to map spherical panoramas.This results in interesting effects: the area close to the point opposite to the center of projection becomes significantly enlarged, resulting in an effect known as little planet (when the center of projection is the nadir) and tube (when the center of projection is the zenith).

Here are some amazing Planet Panoramas of famous places around the world.
Scroll down the page to find some tutorials on how to create these breathtaking Planet Panoramas.

Planet Chicago :: Millenium Park – Gehry by: Sam Rohn – Location Scout
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Located in the Bullfrog Hills, Nevada, Rhyolite is a ghost town which came into existence as the result of a gold rush that began in 1904.Rhyolite had its peak population from 1905 to 1910, when decreased gold production led to a decline that culminated in its abandonment by 1919.
Rhyolite has a number of crumbling, old buildings. But before you reach them, you’ll probably be distracted by a collection of odd outdoor art projects.

Ghosts of Rhyolite by: Chris28mm

Perhaps Rhyolite’s most distinctive art exhibit is this re-creation of Jesus’ Last Supper.The sculpture was created in 1984 by Poland-born Belgian sculptor Albert Szukalski, based on the famous Leonardo Da Vinci masterpiece.But instead of disciples wearing white robes, this version features only the white robes. Continue reading ‘Exploring The Ghost Town of Rhyolite’