Heritage of Africa - Published 1971 by National Geographic
Physical & Historical Map | Landscapes, Cultures & Context | Large Wall Format (716 × 575 mm) | Premium Finishes
A richly layered portrait of a continent shaped by both land and legacy, Heritage of Africa brings together physical geography and historical insight in a single, compelling map. Published by National Geographic in December 1971, this edition pairs a detailed physical map with extensive notes exploring Africa’s cultural and historical depth.
Issued as part of a two-map set alongside the Ethnolinguistic Map of the Peoples of Africa, and accompanying the article “The Zulus: Black Nation in a Land of Apartheid,” it reflects a moment when geography, identity, and history were being examined together.
Why This Map Stands Out
A continent in full relief
Showcases Africa’s major physical features—mountains, rivers, deserts, and plains.
Rich historical context
Includes detailed notes that bring cultural and historical narratives to life.
Part of a landmark National Geographic set
Designed to complement ethnolinguistic mapping of Africa’s peoples.
Blends geography with heritage
Connects the land itself with the stories shaped upon it.
A timeless educational piece
Ideal for both study and display.
🗺️ What the Map Shows
- A detailed physical map of Africa
- Major landforms including deserts, highlands, and river systems
- Geographic features shaping settlement and cultural development
- Extensive historical and cultural notes across the continent
- Regional context linking landscape with heritage and identity
- A broad view of Africa’s environmental and historical diversity
📐 Size & Format
716 mm (H) × 575 mm (W)
Landscape orientation
A balanced format ideal for:
- Classrooms and educational environments
- Home offices and studies
- Libraries and cultural displays
- Interiors inspired by history and geography
✨ Premium Finishes
| Format | Description |
|---|---|
| 📜 Paper (160 gsm) | Heavyweight matte-coated paper—ideal for framing. Preserves fine detail and tonal clarity. |
| 🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated) | Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate. Durable, wipe-clean, and suitable for frequent reference. |
| 🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails | Laminated map mounted with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord—ready to display. |
| 🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) | Printed with archival pigment inks. Rich texture enhances depth and visual presence. |
| 🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails | Canvas paired with timber rails for a refined, gallery-style presentation. |
🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for professionally mounted hang-railed finishes.
📊 Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | Heritage of Africa |
| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Published | 1971 |
| Dimensions | 716 mm × 575 mm |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Map Type | Physical / Historical |
| Coverage | Africa |
| Collections | Africa, Historical |
| Materials | 160 gsm matte paper / 2 × 80-micron laminate / 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Printing | Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
🎯 Ideal For
- Students and educators of African geography and history
- Enthusiasts of cultural and regional studies
- Collectors of National Geographic historical maps
- Interiors seeking a rich, informative display piece
- Gift buyers looking for a meaningful and educational map
🌍 A Continent of Depth and Diversity
Africa’s story is written across its landscapes:
- Vast deserts and fertile river basins shaping settlement
- Mountains and plains defining regional identities
- Cultures and histories intertwined with geography
- A continent of extraordinary diversity and enduring heritage
This map captures that connection—revealing how land and history are inseparable.
🤝 Our Commitment
- Printed in Australia using archival-quality production
- Faithfully reproduced to preserve clarity and historical detail
- Premium materials selected for durability and long-term display
- Each map is hand-checked before dispatch
- Carefully packaged for safe delivery
🚚 Delivery
- Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Dispatch within 1–2 business days
- Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—allow up to 10 working days
- Packaging: Securely rolled in protective tubing
Explore Africa through land and legacy—
a map that brings heritage, geography, and history together.
👉 Order now and add a timeless African perspective to your wall.
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Description
Physical & Historical Map | Landscapes, Cultures & Context | Large Wall Format (716 × 575 mm) | Premium Finishes
A richly layered portrait of a continent shaped by both land and legacy, Heritage of Africa brings together physical geography and historical insight in a single, compelling map. Published by National Geographic in December 1971, this edition pairs a detailed physical map with extensive notes exploring Africa’s cultural and historical depth.
Issued as part of a two-map set alongside the Ethnolinguistic Map of the Peoples of Africa, and accompanying the article “The Zulus: Black Nation in a Land of Apartheid,” it reflects a moment when geography, identity, and history were being examined together.
Why This Map Stands Out
A continent in full relief
Showcases Africa’s major physical features—mountains, rivers, deserts, and plains.
Rich historical context
Includes detailed notes that bring cultural and historical narratives to life.
Part of a landmark National Geographic set
Designed to complement ethnolinguistic mapping of Africa’s peoples.
Blends geography with heritage
Connects the land itself with the stories shaped upon it.
A timeless educational piece
Ideal for both study and display.
🗺️ What the Map Shows
- A detailed physical map of Africa
- Major landforms including deserts, highlands, and river systems
- Geographic features shaping settlement and cultural development
- Extensive historical and cultural notes across the continent
- Regional context linking landscape with heritage and identity
- A broad view of Africa’s environmental and historical diversity
📐 Size & Format
716 mm (H) × 575 mm (W)
Landscape orientation
A balanced format ideal for:
- Classrooms and educational environments
- Home offices and studies
- Libraries and cultural displays
- Interiors inspired by history and geography
✨ Premium Finishes
| Format | Description |
|---|---|
| 📜 Paper (160 gsm) | Heavyweight matte-coated paper—ideal for framing. Preserves fine detail and tonal clarity. |
| 🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated) | Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate. Durable, wipe-clean, and suitable for frequent reference. |
| 🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails | Laminated map mounted with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord—ready to display. |
| 🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) | Printed with archival pigment inks. Rich texture enhances depth and visual presence. |
| 🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails | Canvas paired with timber rails for a refined, gallery-style presentation. |
🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for professionally mounted hang-railed finishes.
📊 Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | Heritage of Africa |
| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Published | 1971 |
| Dimensions | 716 mm × 575 mm |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Map Type | Physical / Historical |
| Coverage | Africa |
| Collections | Africa, Historical |
| Materials | 160 gsm matte paper / 2 × 80-micron laminate / 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Printing | Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
🎯 Ideal For
- Students and educators of African geography and history
- Enthusiasts of cultural and regional studies
- Collectors of National Geographic historical maps
- Interiors seeking a rich, informative display piece
- Gift buyers looking for a meaningful and educational map
🌍 A Continent of Depth and Diversity
Africa’s story is written across its landscapes:
- Vast deserts and fertile river basins shaping settlement
- Mountains and plains defining regional identities
- Cultures and histories intertwined with geography
- A continent of extraordinary diversity and enduring heritage
This map captures that connection—revealing how land and history are inseparable.
🤝 Our Commitment
- Printed in Australia using archival-quality production
- Faithfully reproduced to preserve clarity and historical detail
- Premium materials selected for durability and long-term display
- Each map is hand-checked before dispatch
- Carefully packaged for safe delivery
🚚 Delivery
- Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Dispatch within 1–2 business days
- Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—allow up to 10 working days
- Packaging: Securely rolled in protective tubing
Explore Africa through land and legacy—
a map that brings heritage, geography, and history together.
👉 Order now and add a timeless African perspective to your wall.
