Ancient map of Portugal, 1561

Ancient map of Portugal, 1561"Portugalliae quae olim Lusitania, novissima & exactissima descriptio" is a Latin phrase that translates to "The Most Recent and Most Accurate Description of Portugal, Once Known as Lusitania." It refers to a map of Portugal created by Abraham Ortelius in 1570. Abraham Ortelius (1527 1598) was a Flemish cartographer and geographer known for his significant contributions to the world of cartography. He is often regarded as one of the pioneers of modern

and settlements known at the time

The strategy was a success

as well as topographical views

Throughout the 20th century

following the end of World War I

including coats of arms

especially in the southern hemisphere

and cosmic elements

as well as regional maps of various English counties

The map's publication at the "Dépôt général de la Guerre" highlights its potential military relevance and usage in strategic planning or territorial understanding during the Napoleonic era

as well as the rivers

Lithography is a printmaking process that involves drawing directly onto a stone or metal plate with a greasy substance