A new world record has been set for the largest map. The map, which was created by four German students, measures in at 8.5 by 11 feet and took six months to complete. Google Maps history and updates The world's largest map is an impressive sight, but it's nothing in comparison to the history and updates of Google Maps. With its comprehensive mapping capabilities, Google Maps has become an essential tool for navigation and getting around. It's also great for finding local businesses and restaurants, and for exploring new areas. Google Maps has come a long way since its inception in 2005. The first version of the map was based on aerial photos that were stitched together to create a rough map of the world. In 2006, Google introduced Street View, which gave users a ground-level view of streets and neighborhoods. The feature proved to be so popular that Google began photographing entire cities for inclusion in Street View. More recent updates to Google Maps include the addit