What is Mapcarta?
Mapcarta is an interactive online map service launched in 2009 that allows users to explore locations, cities, countries, and regions around the world. It provides detailed zoomable maps along with essential information and statistics about the places mapped. Some key features of Mapcarta include:
- Zoomable maps covering the entire world down to street level detail
- Information panels with facts, figures, photos, and links for each location
- Mapping overlays like weather and traffic
- Integration with Wikipedia for background details on locations
- Custom branded maps that can be embedded into websites and shared easily
- Support for multiple languages
Mapcarta offers an intuitive way to browse the world map,discover places in detail, and learn about different cities, countries and continents. Both website users and developers can leverage its maps and data to enhance applications, websites or explore areas that interest them.