Size comparison maps
How Big is Japan?
Japan remains one of the most enigmatic countries for Western travelers. Its centuries of isolation created something genuinely unique, and people who visit often find themselves returning to discover more. But here’s something that surprises nearly everyone: Japan is much bigger than it looks on a map.
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The Largest Volcano in the Solar System Mapped
Olympus Mons is a giant shield volcano on the planet Mars. The volcano has a height of over 21 kilometers (13.6 miles). It is approximately 2.5 times Mount Everest’s height above sea level.
Read MoreThe real size of Brazilian states compared to other countries
Acre (164.123 km²) — Nepal (147.181km²)Alagoas (27.778 km²) — Haiti (27.750km²)Amapá (142.828 km²) — Tajikistan (143.100 km²)Amazonas (1.559.159 km²) —
Read MoreThe Real Size of the World: Maps Have Been Lying to You (But Not on Purpose!)
That world map on your wall? It’s not telling you the whole truth. Here’s why countries aren’t the size you think they are, and what our world actually looks like.
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Australia and Europe comparative map (1950)
This map was prepared by the Royal Australian Survey Corps in the 1950s.
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