Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Reference Map
National Geographic's World map is the standard by which all other reference maps are measured. The World map is meticulously researched and adheres to National Geographic's convention of making independent, apolitical decisions based on extensive research using multiple authoritative source.
The signature Classic style map uses a bright, easy to read color palette featuring blue oceans and stunning shaded relief that has been featured on National Geographic wall maps for over 75 years. Drawn in the Winkel Tripel projection, distortions are minimized and unlike many other World maps, Greenland is shown as the same size as Argentina and not as the size of all of South America.
Thousands of place names are carefully and artistically placed on the map to maintain legibility even in the heavily populated areas of Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Details include clearly defined international boundaries, cities, physical features, rivers, and ocean floor features. Corner inset maps feature vegetation and land use, and population density as well as the north and south polar regions.
This map also features an entire side dedicated to World Facts and Flags. The vital statistics such as area, population, capital city, GDP per capita, and the flag for each country are shown. The combination of a detailed map combined with these country facts will satisfy even the most inquisitive map reader.
The World Classic Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making it waterproof, tear-resistant and tough -- capable of withstanding repeated folding without ripping at the seams.
- Map Scale = 1:37,213,000
- Sheet Size = 37.75 x 25.5
- Folded Size = 4.25 x 9.25
Synopsis
Expertly researched and designed, National Geographic's World Folded Map is the authoritative map of the world by which other reference maps are measured. The folded world map is designed for travel and durability.
Product Features:
- Signature Classic style map with bright, easy to read color palette with blue oceans and colorful borders
- Background shows mountain ranges and valleys in subtle shaded relief with mountain ranges labeled
- Major water bodies including rivers, lakes, glaciers, oceans, seas, gulfs, bays, straits, and bathymetry
- Clearly defined international boundaries, cities, islands, airports, and physical features
- Thousands of place names carefully and artfully placed to maintain legibility in heavily populated areas
- Up-to-date international boundaries and territorial control reflect de facto status on the ground
- Meticulously researched using multiple authoritative sources including the U.N., U.S. Board on Geographic Names, and policies of individual governments.
- Accurate place names use a combination of conventional English names, official national names, and standard transliterations for non-Latin alphabets.
- Drawn in Winkel Tripel projection with distortions minimized unlike other World maps (e.g. Greenland is shown the same size as Argentina, not South America)
- Corner inset maps feature vegetation, land use, population density, and north and south polar regions
- National facts and flags with each state's area, population, capital city, GDP per capita, and flag
The map is printed in the USA on durable waterproof, tear-resistant synthetic paper to withstand repeated folding
- Map Scale = 1:37,213,000
- Sheet Size = 37.75 x 25.5
- Folded Size = 4.25 x 9.25