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Improve your local SEO with location-based XML sitemaps A geo sitemap is a special type of sitemap that helps search engines understand the geolocation data of locations listed on a website. While a regular sitemap shows search engines the pages on your site, a geo sitemap goes a step further by providing the latitude and longitude of real-world locations. This makes it easier for platforms like Google Maps, Google Earth, and other mapping tools to find your business or points of interest. Geo sitemaps are particularly useful for websites with multiple locations, such as restaurants, hotels, real estate listings, or tourism sites. By linking to a KML file (Keyhole Markup Language) containing precise coordinates, your website can display its locations on a map with greater accuracy. This can contribute to better local SEO, making it easier for customers to find your physical location online. An introduction to Geo Sitemaps for beginners A geo sitemap provides search engines with a clear...