For many medieval maps created by European cartographers, locations were represented not by their geographic size but sized based on their importance to Christianity. Angels and mystical creatures were drawn as being part of the Earthly world and God often occupied a primary place at the top of the maps.
Collection: Images, Multimedia, Texts
Project: 9. Travels and travelers: economic, social and cultural connections.
Chronology: V-XVI
Scope: Primary, Secondary Education, Higher Education
Link: https://www.geographyrealm.com/a-brief-look-at-medieval-maps-and-travel-guides/
Resource type: Image, Video
Format: Images|Multimedia|Texts
Source: Caitlin Dempsey,Editor of Geography Realm1200 Franklin Mall # 524Santa Clara CA 95052 USA
Language: English
Date: V-XVI
Owner: Beatrice Borghi (Modernalia)
Copyright: Geography Realm
Abstract: A Brief Look at Medieval Maps and Travel Guides.
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