World Classic Political Standard Map - Laminated

National Geographic's World Classic Political Standard Map - Laminated has a striking color palette that places the muted shades of the continents' on the political map against the vibrant blue ocean backdrop. The nations are filled with a grey hue that is bordered by striking colors, which divide the continents. The oceans are given a fascinating texture by a mix of light and dark blues that depict the varieties of water depths. The North and South Polar Regions are depicted in separate insets in opposite corners of the map, along with planet's vegetation/land use and population density in the map's bottom corners. The World Classic Political Standard Map - Laminated is filled with geographical information that is presented in an aesthetic way that makes it a great addition to the home, school or business. The map features double sided lamination that helps it hold its value for years to come.

National Geographic Maps

National Geographic is one of the most respected world authorities on cartography. For 100 years, the society has been producing state-of-the-art political, physical and thematic maps. The organization's cartographers utilize contemporary digital mapping techniques to inform the geography of these highly detailed maps. Since 1998, National Geographic has officially adopted the Winkel Tripel Map Projection to try to mediate spatial distortion on their products. The well-respected society aims to create products that "inspire people to care about and explore the world" by exhaustively researching the planet and holding all of their maps to exacting standards for cartographic excellence. National Geographic's commitment to creating accurate maps has secured and upheld their stellar reputation over their long history.