Hadrian's Wall Path Trail Map (4009) (Folded)

Nat Geo Maps

ISBN 10: 156695942X / ISBN 13: 9781566959421

Published by National Geographic Maps, Evergreen, 2024

About this Item

Folded. The Hadrian's Wall Path Topographic Map Guide booklet makes a perfect traveling companion when traversing the route. A detailed description of each trail section is included that tells travelers about the many landmarks encountered along the way. As a demonstration of the Roman Empire's power and strength, Emperor Hadrian conceived the idea to build a wall to deter attacks on his Roman territory Britannia. At the time - and even today - building a 73-mile (118-kilometer) long wall, standing 5 meters (16 feet) high and 3 meters (10 feet) wide was an exceptional undertaking. In a.d. 122, approximately 15,000 soldiers were enlisted to begin construction of this project, which included forts, turrets, bridges, milecastles, and the interconnecting wall. Today, Hadrian's Wall is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Bowness-on-Solway to Wallsend, the 84-mile (135-kilometer) Hadrian?s Wall Path meanders the wild and scenic English countryside providing an opportunity to learn more about these historic sites. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Seller Inventory # 9781566959421

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Hadrian's Wall Path Trail Map (4009) (Folded)
• Publisher: National Geographic Maps, Evergreen
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 156695942X
• ISBN 13: 9781566959421
• Binding: Folded
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Topographic Map

As a demonstration of the Roman Empire's power and strength, Emperor Hadrian conceived the idea to build a wall to deter attacks on his Roman territory Britannia. At the time — and even today — building a 73-mile (118-kilometer) long wall, standing 5 meters (16 feet) high and 3 meters (10 feet) wide was an exceptional undertaking. In a.d. 122, approximately 15,000 soldiers were enlisted to begin construction of this project, which included forts, turrets, bridges, milecastles, and the interconnecting wall.

Today, Hadrian's Wall is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Bowness-on-Solway to Wallsend, the 84-mile (135-kilometer) Hadrian's Wall Path meanders the wild and scenic English countryside providing an opportunity to learn more about these historic sites.

The Hadrian's Wall Path Topographic Map Guide booklet makes a perfect traveling companion when traversing the route. A detailed description of each trail section is included that tells travelers about the many landmarks encountered along the way.

Every Great Treks map is printed on "Backcountry Tough" waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full Lat/Long grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation. Every map purchase helps support the National Geographic Society, an impact driven, nonprofit organization with global reach that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world.

• Map Scale = 1:25,000
• Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.38"

About the Author

Founded in 1915 as the Cartographic Group, the first division of National Geographic, National Geographic Maps has been responsible for illustrating the world around us through the art and science of mapmaking.Today, National Geographic Maps continues this mission by creating the world's best wall maps, recreation maps, atlases, and globes which inspire people to care about and explore their world.