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Map of the solar system with planets and their orbits.

Solar System: The Sun's Neighborhood National Geographic 798 x 610mm Wall Map

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Solar System — The Sun’s Neighborhood (National Geographic)

798 × 610 mm (Landscape) • Published 2019 • Paper / Laminated / Laminated + Hang Rails / Canvas / Canvas + Hang Rails • Made in Australia

A clear, elegant portrait of our planetary family. National Geographic’s “Solar System: The Sun’s Neighborhood” distills orbits, distances, and small-body regions into a single, wall-readable map—ideal for classrooms, studios, offices, libraries, and space-loving homes.


🌞 What You’ll See at a Glance

  • 🪐 Complete layout of the Solar System: The Sun, 8 planets, recognised dwarf planets, the Asteroid Belt, Kuiper Belt, and distant small-body zones

  • 🧭 Orbits & distances: Elliptical paths and distance cues that make comparative scale intuitive

  • 🚀 Exploration context: Notations on landmark missions and spacecraft paths (where featured)

  • 🔎 Clarity-first design: Calm palette, tuned line weights, and crisp typography for across-the-room readability


How This Map Helps

  • Teach faster, learn deeper: A single visual anchor for lessons on planetary order, orbital mechanics, and comparative planetology

  • Brief with confidence: Perfect for project kickoffs, STEM nights, and museum or library programming

  • Display beautifully: Neutral, gallery-style layout suits modern interiors without sacrificing scientific detail


🎨 Finishes & Display Options

📄 Paper — FSC® 160 gsm (Matte-Coated)

  • Smooth, low-glare surface—made for framing under glass

  • Printed with archival Hewlett-Packard pigment inks for excellent fade resistance

💧 Laminated — True Encapsulation

  • Printed on 120 gsm and sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate (edge-sealed)

  • Wipe-clean • Tear-resistant • Marker-friendly (use non-permanent whiteboard markers)

  • Great for classrooms, labs, and high-traffic spaces

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails — Ready to Hang

  • Natural, lacquered timber rails (top & bottom) + top hanging cord

  • Professional, frame-free presentation—hang from a single hook

  • ⏱️ Please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting by our framer

🖼️ Canvas — HP 395 gsm Professional Matte

  • Gallery-grade texture + archival HP pigment inks for rich detail and fade resistance

  • Low-glare, tactile finish—ideal for design-led interiors and public foyers

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails

  • Same premium canvas, finished with natural timber rails + top hanging cord

  • Ready-to-hang, gallery-style statement piece

  • ⏱️ Please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting

Dry-erase markers are recommended only on laminated versions.


📐 Specifications

Attribute Details
Title Solar System — The Sun’s Neighborhood (National Geographic)
Published 2019
Content Sun, planets, dwarf planets, belts & distant small-body regions; orbits & distance cues
Size 798 mm (W) × 610 mm (H)
Orientation Landscape
Formats Paper • Laminated • Laminated + Hang Rails • Canvas • Canvas + Hang Rails
Paper FSC® 160 gsm matte-coated
Canvas HP 395 gsm Professional Matte
Inks Archival HP pigment (fade-resistant)
Origin Made in Australia

Who It’s For

  • STEM educators & labs: Anchor units on planetary science and orbital mechanics

  • Libraries & museums: Durable, engaging, easy to read from a distance

  • Studios & offices: Conversation-starting science art with real reference value

  • Home learning & kids’ rooms: Inspires curiosity and supports daily discovery


Display Ideas

  • Pair with “Milky Way — Earth’s Spiral Home” to zoom out from the Solar System to our galaxy

  • Add “Moon — Atlas of the World” or “Mars — Exploring the Red Planet” for focused deep-dives

  • Mount two maps side-by-side (paper under glass or hang-railed canvas) to create a mini space gallery


🤝 Our Commitment

  • Local craftsmanship: Printed and finished in Australia for consistent quality and responsive support

  • Clarity you can trust: Legends, colours, and label hierarchies tuned for wall readability

  • Archival build: FSC® papers, heavy-duty canvas, and HP pigment inks for long-term colour stability

  • Packed with care: Hand-checked and securely boxed to arrive clean and display-ready


Bring the Sun’s neighborhood to your wall. Choose Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Hang Rails, Canvas, or Canvas + Hang Rails—and enjoy a timeless National Geographic reference that’s both beautiful and brilliantly useful.


Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Solar System: The Sun's Neighborhood National Geographic 798 x 610mm W?

Mapworld wall maps range from standard 700×1000mm to large-format 1000×1430mm Supermaps. The exact dimensions for this map are shown in the product title. Where multiple sizes are available, select your preferred size when adding to cart.

Is this wall map available laminated?

Many Mapworld wall maps are available in paper, laminated, or framed finishes. Check the product options when adding to cart. Laminated maps are wipe-clean and more durable.

Is this the latest edition?

Mapworld stocks the most current editions available from all publishers. Edition year is shown in the product title where applicable. Mapworld updates its catalogue as new editions are released.

Can I write on or pin this wall map?

Laminated wall maps can be written on with whiteboard markers and wiped clean. Paper maps can be pinned on a corkboard. Choose a laminated option for a writeable surface.

Does Mapworld ship the Solar System: The Sun's Neighborhood National Geographic 798 x 610mm W across Australia?

Yes, Mapworld ships Australia-wide. Standard shipping is a flat $7 rate, with free standard shipping on orders over $75. Express options are available at checkout. Most orders placed before 2pm AEST on weekdays are dispatched same day.



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