This map highlights the Earth's land and undersea forms with exquisite hand-painted relief. It was drawn in the Winkel Tripel projection to minimize distortion of the landforms. Two corner inset maps show the Earth's crust and world climatic zones. This version is enlarged and laminated—featuring a "write and wipe" surface and durable plastic covering.

Please note: This item is not available for shipment outside of the U.S. and Canada. Sorry, no PO or APO/FPO addresses.

69" x 48"; Scale: 1:24,031,000 or 1 inch = 323 miles

National Geographic is a renowned authority in cartography. For 120 years the Society's maps have helped spread geographic knowledge around the globe. A vast database allows National Geographic to combine the latest data gained by space-age technology with innovative digital mapping techniques to create state-of-the-art political, physical, and thematic maps. The Society's meticulous research and attention to detail have established a standard of achievement that is unparalleled.