🌍 Political World Map – Atlas of the World

Dimensions: 798 mm (W) × 610 mm (H) | Scale: 1:53,145,000
Projection: Winkel Tripel | Finishes: Paper, Laminated, Canvas | Optional: Timber Hang Rails
Made in Australia

🗺 A Clear View of Our Political World

Featured in the National Geographic Atlas of the World, 11th Edition, this Political World Map is the definitive wall reference for understanding the nations, regions, and borders of our planet. Combining state-of-the-art cartography with National Geographic’s hallmark design, it presents an authoritative and visually engaging view of the political landscape—perfect for classrooms, offices, libraries, and travel enthusiasts.

With crisp boundary lines, shaded relief, and deep blue oceans, this map manages to be both richly informative and strikingly beautiful.

📌 Key Features

Trusted National Geographic Cartography

• Based on decades of geographic research and independent editorial standards.

• Uses the Winkel Tripel projection to minimise distortion, ensuring Greenland is shown at its true scale compared to other landmasses.

Political & Physical Detail Combined

• Clearly defined international boundaries with bold die lines.

• White and colour-filled interiors for easy reading of place names.

• Physical elements such as mountain ranges, rivers, and ocean bathymetry for extra depth.

Thousands of Place Names

• Carefully placed for legibility, even in densely populated regions like Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

• Includes major cities, capitals, key rivers, and important geographic landmarks.

Polar Insets

• Corner inset maps detail Arctic and Antarctic regions.

• Ideal for teaching about polar geography and environmental change.

🖼 Premium Finish Options

📄 160 gsm Archival Paper

• Smooth matte finish.

• Perfect for framing under glass.

• Crisp, colour-accurate printing.

💧 Encapsulated Gloss Laminate (80 Micron Front & Back)

• Waterproof, UV-protected, and wipe-clean.

• Tear-resistant and ideal for classrooms or offices.

• Suitable for use with whiteboard markers.

🎨 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas

• Printed with archival pigment-based inks for vivid colour and fade resistance.

• Rich texture and gallery-quality clarity.

• Long-lasting, durable, and perfect for display.

🪵 Optional Timber Hang Rails – Professional & Practical

• Available for laminated and canvas finishes.

• Natural lacquered timber with smooth finish.

• Weighted top and bottom rails with discreet hanging cord.

• Quick one-hook wall mounting—no framing required.

Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed maps, as each is custom-mounted by our framer.

📏 Specifications

🌟 Why This Map Stands Out

✅ Up-to-Date Political Boundaries – Perfect for current world reference.
✅ Educational & Decorative – Equally suited for teaching or display.
✅ High-Quality Materials – Choose from archival paper, robust laminate, or luxury canvas.
✅ National Geographic Authority – Cartography trusted for over 130 years.
✅ Display Ready – Optional hang rails for an instant wall feature.

📚 Perfect For:

✔️ Educational Classrooms & Geography Teachers
✔️ Travel Enthusiasts & World Planners
✔️ Libraries & Public Spaces
✔️ Home Offices & Study Rooms
✔️ Gift for Students, Academics, and Map Lovers

✨ The Final Word

The National Geographic Political World Map offers a beautifully detailed and authoritative look at the countries and regions of the Earth. Whether you’re studying, planning your next trip, or adding a global touch to your décor, this map provides both clarity and style.

Add to your cart today and enjoy the perfect balance of political precision and National Geographic’s timeless cartographic elegance.