Piri Reis Map

The Piri Reis Map, created in 1513 by Ottoman navigator Piri Reis, is a world map notable for its detailed portrayal of parts of Europe, Africa, and the Americas. It is especially remarkable because it combines information from various sources, including earlier maps and explorers' accounts. The map shows some landmasses with surprising accuracy for its time and has fueled speculation about its sources, including possible knowledge of lands hidden or undiscovered in the early 16th century. Overall, it is a significant historical artifact that illustrates the early attempt to understand and chart our world.