Understanding the Longitude Problem The longitude problem posed a monumental challenge for navigators and mapmakers during the 17th and 18th centuries. Unlike latitude, which can…
One of the key challenges in cartography is representing the three-dimensional surface of the Earth on a two-dimensional plane. Since the Earth is spherical (or…
Ptolemy’s 1st projection, attributed to the Greco-Roman geographer Claudius Ptolemy, is a simple cylindrical map projection with straight, equally spaced meridians and non-equally spaced parallels.…
The Waldseemüller Map, created by German cartographer Martin Waldseemüller in 1507, is one of the most famous and significant maps in history
The conception of the Ordnance Survey traces back to the latter part of the 18th century. It was born out of critical military necessities during…
The Mercator projection was created by Flemish cartographer Gerardus Mercator in 1569. It is one of the most well-known map projections in history. Its design…
Creating maps has become much more accessible with the rise of map-making apps and software. These tools range from simple, user-friendly options for beginners to…
California’s portrayal as an island is one of the most fascinating cartographic errors in the history of mapmaking. This enduring misconception spanned over a century.…
The Robinson projection, developed by cartographer Arthur H. Robinson in 1963, represents a major advancement in map-making. This projection is widely recognized for its aesthetic…
The Da Ming Hun Yi Tu is translated as the Amalgamated Map of the Ming Empire. It is one of the most significant cartographic works…