National Geographic World Wall Map - Classic - Laminated

National Geographic World Maps, Published by the National Geographic Society, have set the highest standard for cartographic excellence since 1922. National Geographic's unique cartographic style, characterized by beautiful color palettes, proprietary typefaces, hand-drawn shaded relief, and meticulously researched content, truly distinguishes them from other mapmakers. Each World Map undergoes extensive research based on the latest data sources and independent verification of disputed boundaries, borders, and territories, resulting in the best line of World Maps available.

The World Maps are available in various formats, including high-quality matte poster stock printed in the USA, laminated with plastic gloss for increased durability, and in sizes ranging from 24" x 36" to mural sizes approximately 77" x 110" presented as three panels that mount using wallpaper glue.

There are four distinctive styles of World Maps offered by National Geographic:

• Classic: The traditional National Geographic design featured in the National Geographic Magazine with blue oceans, brightly-colored tint bands along country borders, and hand-drawn shaded relief. Presented in the Winkel Tripel projection for minimal distortion.
• Executive: A bestseller design perfect for home and office décor with an antique, earth-tone color palette and up-to-date cartography. Bathymetric shading of oceans with high detail in the Winkel Tripel projection.
• Decorator: The brightest design suitable for kids' bedrooms and classrooms, featuring solid colors filling each country, pale blue oceans, and a black border. Presented in the Winkel Tripel projection.
• Modern: A minimalist design showcasing the Earth's land mass in solid black on slate blue/gray oceans with country names, borders, and major cities in white. Developed using the Times projection for minimal distortion.

National Geographic World Maps offer a range of styles to cater to different preferences and purposes, all maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, detail, and design excellence.

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