Tabula Rogeriana

The Tabula Rogeriana, created by the Arab geographer Muhammad al-Idrisi in 1154, is a detailed medieval map of the world known during its time. Commissioned by the Norman King Roger II of Sicily, it aimed to improve navigation and understanding of geography. The map was remarkable for its accuracy and perspective, depicting Europe, Asia, and Africa based on extensive travel, trade, and scholarship. Accompanied by a comprehensive text, it served as a vital reference for explorers and scholars, bridging cultures and showcasing the knowledge of the era, which significantly influenced later cartography and geographic understanding.