Europe

Economic maps

What Your Salary Buys in Transportation Around the World

How does your purchasing power for transportation vary depending on where you live? This analysis reveals striking disparities across Europe, where a day’s salary in Russia lets you travel 93 kilometers (58 miles) by taxi, while in the UK it covers just 20 kilometers (12.4 miles). Even more dramatic are the differences in fuel purchasing power: a Swiss monthly salary buys 3,240 liters (856 gallons) of gasoline, while Moldova’s average wage gets just 233 liters (62 gallons). Through three detailed maps, we explore these transportation inequalities and their implications for daily mobility across different regions. The data reveals fascinating patterns of North-South divides and the lasting economic impact of historical boundaries, while recent changes in global fuel prices continue to reshape the transportation landscape.

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Political maps

The Meaning Behind National Anthems

National anthems are more than just songs—they reflect a nation’s history, struggles, and values. A world map color-codes them by subject, while a European map examines their first words. But which country had the first anthem? Which anthem is the oldest? And how often do nations change their national songs? Let’s dive into the fascinating world of anthems.

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