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MAP AFRICA
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MAP AFRICA
Portuguese and other early navigators got the African coast fairly well, but the interior, including the source of the Nile, is somewhat fancifully depicted. Date: 16th century
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1. Title: "Exploring the Unknown: A 16th Century Map of Africa by Portuguese and Early Navigators" This map print, hailing from the 16th century, offers a glimpse into the incomplete yet intriguing understanding Europeans had of the African continent during that era. The map, titled "Africa," is a testament to the early explorations and discoveries made by Portuguese and other navigators who had ventured into the uncharted waters surrounding the African coast. The map, though detailed in its depiction of the African coastline, remains somewhat fanciful in its portrayal of the interior regions. The source of the Nile, one of the most elusive mysteries of the time, is depicted with a degree of speculation and imagination. The map's creators, driven by curiosity and the thirst for knowledge, filled in the blank spaces with conjecture and folklore. The map's intricacies reveal the progress made by Portuguese and other early navigators in exploring the African coast. However, the vast, unexplored interior remains shrouded in mystery, with the source of the Nile, the longest river in the world, remaining a tantalizing enigma. The map serves as a reminder of the human spirit's insatiable desire to explore and discover the unknown. This map, a precious artifact from the annals of history, invites us to reflect on the incredible journey of exploration and discovery that shaped our understanding of the world. Its intricate details and captivating imagery transport us back to a time when the world was a vast, unexplored canvas, waiting to be filled with knowledge and wonder.
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