Explore the world through a different lens with these interesting maps that give us a fresh perspective of our world. Make sure you do not miss number 18.
1. The Best-Selling Car In Each State
Since 2022, the Tesla Model Y has been the best-selling car in California. While nationally, pickup trucks still hold the top 3 spots.
2. 280 US Counties Have Neither An Interstate Nor A US Route
We are honestly surprised there are so many US routes. And by the way, some interstates like I-69 are currently under construction in parts of their route.
3. All 310 Of Istanbul’s Direct Flights
The most routes of any airport in the world. Sitting at the crossroads between Europe and Asia has its advantages.
4. All The Countries Mentioned In The Polish Anthem
Did you know that the Swedish national anthem doesn’t directly mention Sweden? So, this means the Polish national anthem is the only national anthem in the world that mentions Sweden.
5. A Map Of Canada, With Green Representing Where Nobody Lives
Some people argue that it would be more accurate to say that the green represents where human populations are sparse, or where population density is below 0.4 people per square kilometer. Do you agree?
6. British Weather, 3 Days Apart
This makes total sense. Sunday is the day of the Sun, right?
7. California GDP Compared To European Countries
Perhaps, “poorer” is not the right word when we talk about nominal GDP. We could say “a smaller economy” because we are not so sure Luxembourg is poorer than any US state. This country is just smaller and has a smaller population.
8. Countries In The “Western Sphere” According To Harvard’s School Of International Relations
This was published in 2017. Anyway, western core sounds like a music genre.
9. Countries With A Smaller Population Than Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population than every country in Africa, Europe, and South America. And if it were its own country, Uttar Pradesh would be the fifth most populated country in the entire world.
10. Countries Without A Metro System In Europe
To be fair, a metro system in, for instance, the Vatican or in Andorra, would be useless, don’t you think?
11. Female Literacy Rates In Asia 2024
Some claim that it would be interesting to see this compared to the male literacy levels in every country. Nowadays, you can’t really tell the difference between where it’s women being kept back specifically, and where literacy is just low across the board.
12. Fertility Rates Decreased Nationwide From 2005 To 2022
According to experts, a big reason for this is that pregnancy in young women 15-22 has dropped significantly. Even Utah, known for having the highest fertility rate for decades, suddenly dropped.
13. Germany’s Economy Equals All Of These Countries Combined
Roughly 150 million people in the yellow area versus 83 in the red. Well, of course, Germany is a lot richer, but not as big a difference as you might think.
14. Google Earth/Maps Updated Its Satellite Imagery Of The Gaza Strip
Some say Google Maps needs to update its worldwide satellite imaging. Most satellite imagery for many places is years behind.
15. Google Street View 2024 Vs 2014
Wow. We think Google Street View could easily be considered one of the greatest accomplishments of all time.
16. How Every County Voted Over The Last 3 Elections
This map is just amazing. There is not a single county that went Trump-Trump-Harris.
17. 30% Of The World’s Landmass Has An Italian Name
Did you know that nearly 30% of the world’s landmass is named after Italian people or cities? We have lived this long without noticing that Venezuela-Venice connection.
18. Percentage Of Adults In The United States Identifying As LGBT
Well, 4% in Vermont seems crazy. But then we realized that’s still like 4 people.
19. Percentage Of People That Think Their Country Has Benefited From Being In The EU
Some people think that The European Union has benefitted every country apart of it and that it is a very successful project that serves people on this continent. Any thoughts?
20. Percent Homeless Population Change From 2020 to 2023
Sadly, the number of people experiencing homelessness in the United States increased by 12.1% from 2022 to 2023. The homelessness response system cannot keep up with demand.
21. Places Named Santa Cruz
We knew the south of Argentina has a whole province named Santa Cruz. And so does Bolivia, it has a department.
22. Pollution In India And Pakistan
Is it because farmers in North India and Pakistan are burning leaves and crops after harvest season? We need some answers.
23. Population Density Of Africa
We are always amazed by how remote Cape Town is. Did you know that, historically, Cape Town was the European settlement between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans?
24. Religion Map Of Germany
Take a look at this map. Germany’s religious landscape is pretty diverse, with many religions practiced by its citizens and residents.
25. Russia-Designated “Unfriendly States”
We did not know Hungary was an “unfriendly state”. However, Hungary, as a member of the EU, has joined the EU sanctions against Russia, so it makes sense.
26. Ship-Log Entries 1740-1855
You might be wondering why the Netherlands used to send so many ships to the Arctic Ocean. Well, whaling was a big industry and those were the hunting grounds.
27. Sir Christopher Wren’s Unrealized Proposal For the City Of London After the 1666 Fire
This was before Paris had a huge makeover during the Napoleon III era. Seems very similar to Baron Hausmann’s Parisian urban design.
28. The Only Counties That Voted For The Winning Party Since The 2000 U.S. Presidential General Election, Blaine, MT, And Essec, NY.
Some voters argue that by watching this map, candidates could save a lot of time and money. They could just campaign in Blaine, Montana.
29. The Sahara Desert 6000 Years Ago
We find it quite interesting that, before this, 14000 years ago the Sahara was also a desert, and even drier than it is today. So, it was a desert, then the rains came and it became green and lush again.
30. What A 5,000km Radius Around Paris Looks Like On A Mercator Map
By the way, Mercator Extreme is a fun web-“game” that lets you change where the north pole of the Mercator projection is. If you place your house at that point, then you get a view of the whole world with things getting smaller and smaller as they move away from that point.
