What is mapamundi?

  • Mapamundi is a Spanish word that means "world map" or "map of the world."
  • It is typically used to refer to a map that shows all the countries and continents of the world in their accurate locations.
  • Mapamundi can be used for a variety of purposes, including education, travel planning, and geographical research.
  • There are many different types of mapamundi available, including political maps that show countries and borders, physical maps that show geography and topography, and thematic maps that focus on specific topics like population density or climate zones.
  • Mapamundi can be found in various formats, including printed maps, digital maps, and interactive online maps.
  • One of the most famous historical mapamundi is the "Ebstorf Map," which was created in the 13th century and is now preserved in fragments at the German State Archives in Berlin.