Cartography can be simply defined as the science of making clear, standard and detailed maps. This science is based on the fact that real life elements can be represented using symbols and shapes on a piece of paper. Undoubtedly, cartography is closely related to geography. How much do you know about cartography?
Lettering
Color
Texture
Space
1723
1781
1715
1791
Paul Beaver
Thomas Dufresne
Patrick Johnson
Herman Moll
Vernier
Printing press
Ink
Quadrant
Telescope
Theodolite
Sextant
Remote sensing
Satellite imagery
Aviation
Aerial photography
GIS
Laser rangefinders
Field-rugged computers
Inverters
Thematic cartography
Orienteering
Relief cartography
General cartography
Map coloring
Map projection
Map lettering
Map texting
Compass rose
Key
Bar scale
Relief
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