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Welcome to the collection of images and materials dedicated to the world map — a universal tool reflecting the geographic structure of our planet. If you are looking for accurate and detailed images of world maps, here you will find a variety of options that can be used for many different purposes.

A world map is a graphical representation of the Earth's surface, where countries, continents, oceans, and seas are shown using conventional signs and scales. The map indicates political boundaries of states, major cities, as well as natural features — mountains, plains, rivers, and lakes. It helps to see the relative locations of territories, study the features of geographical position, and understand the scale and distances between different regions.

The collection includes maps showing different aspects: political maps highlighting administrative divisions and capitals; physical maps detailing relief and natural conditions; thematic maps displaying climate zones, plant and animal life, or global transportation routes. Additionally, there may be historical versions of maps reflecting territorial changes in different eras.

The spatial arrangement of the continents — Africa, Eurasia, America, Australia, and Antarctica — combined with vast oceans and seas, such as the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, clearly illustrates the vast and diverse geographic landscape of the Earth. World maps play an important role in various sciences: geography, biology, history, and social science, providing a fundamental basis for research, education, and travel.

Also, the images of the world map may feature different projection systems used to transfer the three-dimensional surface of the globe onto a two-dimensional plane, each emphasizing specific characteristics — for example, preserving angles, area, or distances, which affects the perception of shape and size of geographic objects.

Using world maps helps better understand global interconnections, natural processes, and cultural diversity, capturing dynamic changes and preserving knowledge about the planet. Such a collection is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in studying the Earth, traveling, and exploring the surrounding world.

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Paper boat against the background of an antique world map
Origami Paper Boat on the World Map