Challenge the Western-centered view with an enlarged Pacific-centered Classic map!
This world maps provides a detailed geographic view of national boundaries using a unique map projection that accentuates the Pacific Rim and shows Oceania and Asia in close proportion to their actual size. Bringing Oceania and Asia into the center of the picture dramatically shows the breathtaking true breadth of the Pacific Ocean. Perfect as a personal reference map pinpointing your travels both past and future, this map can also be used by businesses to display global offices, or for the classroom.
This map uses an 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 of land masses around the poles are minimized and accurately represented.
Thousands of place names are carefully 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, population density, and the north and south polar regions.
National Geographic's maps are the standard by which all other reference maps are measured. They are meticulously researched and adhere to National Geographic's convention of making independent, apolitical decisions based on extensive research using multiple authoritative source.
Printed on polypropylene, an ideal material for wall maps as the printing brings out rich colours, and crisp edges for readability. The material is stronger than most papers and unlikely to crease or rip. The matte finish eliminates glare, and adds texture to the map. Ideal for display.
Your map is rolled and packaged in a sturdy tube to protect it during shipment.