map of the world

A map of the world is a visual representation of Earth's surface, showing continents, countries, oceans, and major landmarks. It uses symbols, colors, and lines to depict geographical features, helping us understand the locations, distances, and relationships between places. Maps can be flat (like an atlas) or three-dimensional (like globes), and include various details—such as topography, borders, and cities—to assist in navigation, planning, and gaining a geographic perspective of our planet.