Free Equal Earth Projection Wall Map Shows Countries at True Relative Sizes
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Summary
The Equal Earth Wall Map is a free, large-scale world map that uses the Equal Earth projection to accurately represent countries and continents at their true relative sizes, correcting common distortions found in traditional maps. It's designed for educational and organizational use, available in three regional versions (Africa/Europe, Americas, East Asia/Australia), and measures 55" x 29" (1.4 x 0.74 meters).
Key quotes
· 4 pulledAfrica appears 14 times larger than Greenland as it actually is
The Equal Earth Wall Map is for schools, organizations, or anyone who needs a map showing countries and continents at their true sizes relative to each other
Download the map and print as many copies as you want
The map measures 55" wide x 29" tall (1.4 x 0.74 meters)
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