The Great Atlas

The Great Atlas, created around 1570 by Abraham Ortelius, is a highly detailed and comprehensive world map, one of the earliest modern atlases. It compiles geographical knowledge of the time, showcasing continents, countries, and significant features with accurate borders and locations. The atlas represented a major advancement in cartography, combining various maps into a single, organized collection. It reflects the discoveries and understanding of the world during the Age of Exploration, helping scholars, navigators, and policymakers visualize and share global geography with greater clarity. The Great Atlas is a landmark in the history of geographic documentation.