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City Characteristics: A Diverse Urban Landscape - Atlas of the World, 10th Edition by National Geographic

Name: City Characteristics: A Diverse Urban Landscape - Atlas of the World, 10th Edition by National Geographic
Brand: National Geographic Maps
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National Geographic | 711 × 559 mm | Published 25 February 2015

Explore the changing shape of the modern city with City Characteristics: A Diverse Urban Landscape, a thought-provoking thematic map plate from the 10th Edition of the National Geographic Atlas of the World. This visually rich reference examines how cities grow, function, and prosper, revealing the striking contrasts and common pressures that define urban life across the globe.

Rather than focusing on one country or region, this plate takes a global urban perspective—mapping population concentration, prosperity, inequality, and the geographic forces shaping cities in the 21st century. It is an outstanding resource for classrooms, libraries, planners, students, and anyone interested in the future of urban life.

🗺️ Features & Highlights

Mapping Cities by Population
Visualises the scale and distribution of urban populations across the world, highlighting the rise of major metropolitan centres.
Global Cities Index
Examines the relative influence and importance of leading cities within the global network of trade, finance, culture, and governance.
City Prosperity Index
Offers insight into how cities compare in terms of development, opportunity, and quality of life.
Proportion of Population Living in Slum Areas
Presents a powerful picture of urban inequality and the challenges faced by rapidly growing cities.
Urbanization and Geography
Explores how landforms, location, climate, and infrastructure affect the form and function of cities.
Planning for Prosperity
Highlights the need for thoughtful urban planning in shaping more sustainable and equitable futures.
A superb example of National Geographic’s thematic cartography, combining complex urban data with elegant design and strong readability.

✨ Available Finishes

Format	Description
📜 Paper (160 gsm)	Heavyweight matte-coated paper—perfect for framing under glass.
🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated)	Fully sealed in 80-micron gloss laminate for a durable, wipe-clean surface.
🪵 Laminated with Wooden Hang Rails	Laminated map mounted with lacquered natural timber rails (top & bottom) and a hanging cord—ready to display.
🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm)	HP Professional Matte Canvas with archival pigment inks—rich texture, fade-resistant, gallery quality.
🪵 Canvas with Wooden Hang Rails	Canvas mounted with timber rails and hanging cord—timeless, ready-to-display finish.

🔨 Note: Hang-railed maps are professionally mounted—please allow up to 10 working days.

📐 Specifications

Feature	Detail
Title	City Characteristics: A Diverse Urban Landscape
Publisher	National Geographic
Source	Atlas of the World, 10th Edition
Plate Number	16
Published	25 February 2015
Page Size	711 mm (W) × 559 mm (H)
Map Type	Thematic / Urban Geography Reference
Tags	Mapping Cities by Population, Global Cities Index, City Prosperity Index, Proportion of Population Living in Slum Areas, Urbanization and Geography, Planning for Prosperity
Materials	Paper, Laminated, Canvas, with or without Timber Rails
Printing	Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks
Made In	Australia

🎁 Perfect For

Geography, planning, and urban studies classrooms
Libraries and universities needing a strong thematic wall reference
Architects, planners, and policy professionals interested in the structure of cities
Collectors of National Geographic atlas plates
Home and office décor with an intellectual, global focus

🚚 Delivery

Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Typically ship within 1–2 business days
Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—please allow up to 10 working days
Protective Packaging: Securely packed to arrive in pristine condition

Bring the complexity and energy of the world’s cities to your wall with this insightful National Geographic atlas plate—a compelling visual guide to how urban life is shaped, measured, and imagined.

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