World Political National Geographic 1759 x 1219 mm (Africa Centred) Super Laminated Wall Map with Hang Rails

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By National Geographic | Super Format – 1759 mm (W) x 1219 mm (H) | Laminated | With Timber Hang Rails | Made in Australia

🌍 A Balanced Worldview in a Timeless Design

Elevate your space with this Africa-Centred World Political Map by National Geographic—a superbly detailed and visually elegant representation of our planet that shifts the global perspective. With its cool blue aesthetic, comprehensive political detail, and superior finish, this large-format wall map is ideal for educators, professionals, students, and global thinkers alike.

Carefully designed to combine clarity, accuracy, and visual appeal, this map is a powerful educational resource and a beautiful piece of décor. Its Africa-centred layout offers a balanced view of the world, avoiding traditional Euro-centric bias and presenting the continents in a more proportionate global arrangement.

🌐 A Fresh, Inclusive Perspective

By placing Africa at the centre of the map, this projection promotes a more globally balanced worldview. It allows for a clearer understanding of the interconnections between continents and presents Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Americas in logical proximity.

This layout is especially appreciated in academic, diplomatic, and strategic settings, where geographic neutrality matters.

🔍 Exceptional Cartographic Features

Updated Political Detail
All current internationally recognised countries and territories are outlined in bold colour-coded boundaries, while the interiors remain white for maximum legibility of cities, capitals, and place names.
Topographical Relief
Subtle shaded relief illustrates mountain ranges and physical terrain, giving depth and dimensionality to landmasses.
Oceanographic Features
Extensive detail of the world's oceans includes currents, depth contours, and bathymetric features—far beyond what standard political maps offer.
Inset Thematic Maps
Three additional maps in the bottom corners provide essential global data:
- 🌍 Population Density
- 🌿 Vegetation Zones
- 🌾 Land Use Patterns

These thematic overlays make the map highly functional for education, research, and planning.

Winkel Tripel Projection
National Geographic’s standard projection, chosen for its ability to minimize distortion of land area, shape, and direction, particularly near the poles—offering a more accurate and visually balanced world view.

🎨 Elegant Design with Everyday Functionality

With National Geographic’s iconic clean blue colour palette, this map blends effortlessly into both professional and home environments. The fine balance between aesthetic grace and practical function makes it suitable for everything from classroom walls to corporate boardrooms.

🖼️ Laminated + Hang-Ready Finish

🧾 Feature	✅ Description
Lamination	Double-sided 80-micron gloss encapsulation over heavy 120 gsm FSC-certified matte-coated paper
Writable Surface	Works with whiteboard markers—draw routes, make notes, apply removable map dots
Durability	Tear-resistant, stain-proof, moisture-resistant, and UV-protected against fading
Hanging Method	Includes lacquered natural timber hang rails top and bottom, with a cotton cord for instant display—just one hook or nail required

Please allow up to 10 working days for dispatch as timber hang rails are custom-fitted by hand.

📏 Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Title	World Political Wall Map (Africa-Centred)
Publisher	National Geographic Society
Projection	Winkel Tripel
Scale	1:22,445,000
Dimensions	1759 mm (W) × 1219 mm (H)
Finish	Laminated with timber hang rails
Material	120 gsm matte-coated FSC paper with gloss lamination
Language	English
Origin	Printed, laminated, and finished in Australia

🎯 Who’s This Map For?

User Type	Why It’s Perfect For Them
🏢 Executives & Planners	An authoritative focal point for boardrooms or planning spaces
🧑🏫 Educators	Combines clarity and thematic overlays for geography and social studies lessons
📚 Researchers	A neutral, accurate view of the world for strategic insight
🧭 Travellers & Families	Mark past travels and dream up future adventures
🎁 Gift Givers	A unique, thoughtful present for history lovers, academics, or anyone with global curiosity

🚚 Shipping & Delivery

✅ Hang-railed maps are shipped in heavy-duty tubes
🛠️ Please allow up to 10 business days for hang-railed versions
🇦🇺 Proudly made and assembled in Australia

🛒 Add the World to Your Wall

Whether you're exploring international relations, teaching global trends, or simply want a stunning piece of cartographic art, this Africa-Centred World Political Map from National Geographic delivers on all fronts. It's a modern classic—functional, beautiful, and built to last.