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Map of the most imposing landform in the United States.

The impressiveness of mountains and other landforms is inherently subjective. Regardless, two factors that universally contribute to the perceived impressiveness of a landform are its height and steepness. Height is a significant factor in defining impressiveness, but it’s not the only factor. For example, even though Mt. Elbert in Colorado (elevation: 4,399 meters or 14,432 ft) has a higher elevation than Grand Teton in Wyoming (elevation: 4199 meters or 13,776 ft), mountaineers can attest to Grand Teton looking considerably more impressive, as it rises much more steeply over the local landscape.

World map which temperature record was registered later, the hottest or the coldest?

August 9, 2023 Alex

Difference Between Highest and Lowest Temperatures Ever Measured

The highest temperature ever recorded on Earth was 58°С (136 °F) in the Libyan desert. The coldest temperature ever measured was -88°C (-126°F) at Vostok Station in Antarctica. But every country in the world has its own temperature records, and the difference between them can reach noticeable values.

World map of the Cost of Being and Apple superfan in Every Country

Business

August 4, 2023 Alex

Where Is It the Most (and Least) Expensive To Be an Apple Superfan?

The United States is the 3rd-cheapest place to be an Apple superfan, with the above products coming to $9,794 in total. Moreover, the U.S. is the number one most affordable country to be an Apple superfan, paying 18% of their yearly salary.

World map of the most common language families

Languages

July 31, 2023 Alex

Mapping the World’s Language Families

Dive into the world map of language families and uncover the stories behind Indo-European, Sino-Tibetan, Afro-Asiatic, and more. Learn about the diversity, history, and trends of these linguistic groups.

Cultural cartography News Vivid maps World

July 25, 2023 Alex

When Americans Eat Dinner?

According to survey data, Americans typically eat dinner between 5:07 PM and 8:19 PM, with peak dinner time at 6:19 PM. Pennsylvania and Vermont have the earliest dinners, at 5:37 PM and 5:40 PM, respectively. The District of Columbia has the latest dinner at 7:10 PM.

Barbie vs Oppenheimer in the United States

Entertainment

July 24, 2023 Alex

Barbieheimer Trends Mapped

Barbenheimer became a viral sensation on social media before the release of two major films, Barbie and Oppenheimer. These movies had vastly different themes and moods. Several countries, including the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland, saw the films debut on July 21, 2023.

Fictional Maps

July 21, 2023 Alex

Exploring the World Map Divided into 804 Zones of 10 Million People Each

Explore a unique world map dividing the globe into 804 zones of 10 million people each. Understand the creation process, regional naming, and the fascinating insights it offers into global population distribution.

Longest Stretches of US Highways Without Rest Stops Mapped

Transity Maps

July 19, 2023 Alex

The US & UK roads With The Biggest Gaps Between Toilets

You have been there before. As you drive slowly on the highway, feeling the urge to use the restroom, a pass a sign: SERVICES 10 m.

World map of the coldest temperatures ever recorded

Climate News Vivid maps

July 17, 2023 Alex

The Coldest Temperatures Around The World Mapped

Antarctica’s Soviet Vostok base experienced the coldest temperatures ever recorded on Earth in 1983, according to the World Meteorological Organization. The Vostok station, which runs on approximately 3.7 kilometers (2.3 miles) of ice, is among the most isolated research stations globally.

Political maps

July 15, 2023 Alex

Departments of France Mapped

There are 101 departments in mainland France. These departments are administrative divisions that serve as the primary subdivisions of the country. Each department is assigned a number and a name. Additionally, there are five overseas departments (French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mayotte, and Réunion) and one overseas collectivity (French Polynesia), making a total of 107 departments and collectivities in France.

Cities Crime maps

July 12, 2023 Alex

The Most and Least Dangerous Cities in the U.S.

The safety or danger of cities in the U.S. reflects a multifaceted combination of social, economic, and geographic factors that shape the overall well-being and security of their residents.

The hottest temperatures ever recorded mapped

Climate News Vivid maps

July 3, 2023 Alex

The Hottest Temperatures Around The World Mapped

In many parts of the world (except some countries in the southern hemisphere), the summer season is considered the peak vacation period. Summer vacations are popular because they often coincide with school holidays, making it easier for families to plan trips. But summer is not only associated with warm and pleasant temperatures, but also with extremely hot temperatures in many places. So, I decided to create a world map that charts the highest temperatures ever recorded in different countries worldwide throughout the recorded history of weather observation.

Climate

July 1, 2023 Alex

The Warmest Day of the Year in The United States

We tend to connect “summer” with “hot” due to obvious reasons. For most of the U.S., the warmest conditions during the meteorological summer months in the Northern Hemisphere (June, July, and August) are observed. However, it is worth noting that the “hottest day of the year” from a climatological perspective differs significantly throughout the United States. Its occurrence can range from early June in certain regions to as late as September and October in others!