Swiss Cartographers Have Hidden Covert Illustrations in Official Maps for Decades
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Summary
The article reveals that Swiss cartographers have been hiding covert illustrations and Easter eggs in official maps for decades. These hidden elements include animals like marmots and other subtle drawings that appear in plain sight within the detailed topographical maps of Switzerland. The Swiss Federal Office of Topography (Swisstopo) also offers a "Journey Through Time" feature on their website, which displays 175 years of the country's cartographic history through an interactive timeline showing how Switzerland has been drawn and redrawn with increasing precision over time.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledThe first three dimensions—length, height, and depth—are included on all topographical maps. The 'fourth dimension,' or time, is also available on the website of the Swiss Federal Office of Topography (Swisstopo).
In the 'Journey Through Time,' a timeline displays 175 years of the country's cartographic history, advancing in increments of 5-10 years.
Over the course of two minutes, Switzerland is drawn and redrawn with increasing precision.
A marmot hiding in plain sight in the Swiss Alps.
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