Open map List

Location

In cartography, location refers to the specific position of a place, feature, or object on the Earth's surface. It is a fundamental concept in mapping and geographic analysis, providing a spatial reference for features displayed on a map.

Basic

Introduction

Types of Location in Cartography:

  1. Absolute Location – A fixed position based on a coordinate system.

    • Expressed using latitude and longitude (e.g., 40.7128° N, 74.0060° W for New York City).
    • Uses geodetic systems like WGS84 or UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator).
    • Found in GPS-based navigation and GIS applications.
       

  2. Relative Location – Describes a place in relation to other locations.

    • Example: “Paris is located north of Madrid and west of Berlin.”
    • Used in navigation, travel directions, and spatial analysis.
       

  3. Nominal Location – A descriptive name for a place.

    • Example: "Eiffel Tower, Paris, France".
    • Found in place names, addresses, and landmarks.

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