Maps found in an atlas only really tell us a couple of things. The first is where a country or continent is located, the second is some of the provinces or states, and cities found in specific countries. While these are important, there are other maps out there that tell us about all sorts of interesting things that were never taught in school. Here are some of the most fascinating maps ever made, that provide a whole new perspective on the world that was never featured in the textbooks.
Where Are The Most Photographed Places On The Entire Planet?
The world is full of beautiful cities, islands, and so much more. Every town, city, and country has something beautiful that is worth capturing on film, but there are some places that are better known than others. This map details the places in the world that get the most photos taken each year. It is important to understand that some of these places have a lot of photography because they possess UNESCO World Heritage sites and are areas where a lot of newsworthy events happen.
If you look closely, there is one area that sees a lot of photographic traffic and that is the entire continent of Europe.
These Are The Happiest And Unhappiest Places On The Planet
Every year some news service or magazine comes out with their happiest and unhappiest places on Earth. Sometimes these lists are broken down by country and sometimes by city. The metrics for how happiness and unhappiness are measured are never crystal clear, which means this map should be taken with a grain of salt. The one place that seems to be happy overall, is North America which consists of Canada and the USA.
The island nation of Australia also seems to be a happy place to live, as well as the Scandinavian countries.