Let's do some historical #MapPorn today! (todon.nl)

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Let's do some historical #MapPorn today!

*11 - 12th century trade routes*

More info here: https://kottke.org/19/02/a-detailed-map-of-medieval-trade-routes-in-europe-asia-and-africa

#MiddleAges #SilkRoute #SpiceRoute #TradeRoutes #map #history @mapporn @map_enthusiasts

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[-] Lumun@lemmy.zip 6 points 1 year ago

Wow what an awesome map, very fun to scroll around: https://easyzoom.com/imageaccess/ec482e04c2b240d4969c14156bb6836f

Only thing that could make it better would be small icons showing the most notable goods transported on each. I can guess but I bet there would be some surprises

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