National Geographic Maps: United States Explorer Wall Map - 32 x 20.25 inches

This USA Explorer map of physical and political features showcases the country in stunning detail with state-of-the-art cartographic techniques delivering accuracy and exceptional quality, the innovative and engaging design makes the content easily accessible and user-friendly. This map is Ideal for charting your travels across the country - use its bright colour scheme as a game to pinpoint your next adventure! This map is designed for easy identification of each state with rich, attractive color fills that bring any room or classroom to life. Drawn in the Albers Conic Equal-Area projection, this map uses two standard parallels between which distortion is minimized, however scale and shape are not preserved. Names of geographic features are carefully placed on the map to maintain legibility. The insets features maps of Alaska and Hawai'i. National Geographic's maps are the standard by which all other reference maps are measured. The maps are meticulously researched and adhere to National Geographic's convention of making independent, apolitical decisions based on extensive research using multiple authoritative sources. Printed on thick paper suitable for display on your home, school or office wall. Your map is rolled and packaged in a sturdy tube to protect it during shipment.