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Li River 漓江

Cosmographia • 139 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🏝 Travel Photography Literature Cartography
  1. The post discusses the Li River (漓江) and is part of the Atlas' Notebook series on Cosmographia, featuring art, poetry, literature, cartography, and photography centered on a specific place.
  2. It is for paid subscribers only, offering a deeper exploration of the Li River through various creative mediums.
  3. The content includes art, poetry, literature, cartography, and photography related to the Li River, providing a rich and immersive experience for those interested in this location.

Kicking Horse Pass

Cosmographia • 99 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Literature Cartography Photography
  1. The post is part of the Atlas' Notes series that focuses on art, poetry, literature, cartography, and photography centered on a specific place.
  2. Access to the full content of the post is for paid subscribers only.
  3. The post invites readers to subscribe to read the complete content or to sign in if they are already paid subscribers.

The Sahara

Cosmographia • 79 implied HN points • 01 Feb 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Literature Cartography Photography
  1. The post is part of the Atlas' Notes series by Cosmographia, focusing on art, poetry, literature, cartography, and photography related to a specific location.
  2. Access to the full post is for paid subscribers only.
  3. The post includes imagery and is authored by M. E. Rothwell.

The Lost Islands Of Seattle

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 139 implied HN points • 03 Nov 22
💾 History Urban History Geography Cartography Local history
  1. Seattle used to have more islands than it does now. Some islands formed quickly and then disappeared due to construction and changing landscapes.
  2. At one point, Seattle was completely surrounded by water, making it an island for a brief period in history. This showed how much the city has changed over time.
  3. Certain places in and around Seattle, like Seward Park and Foster Island, had unique histories as 'temporary islands' due to seasonal water levels.

A New Map Of Medieval London

Londonist: Time Machine • 1 HN point • 12 Jun 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Maps History Research Archaeology Cartography
  1. A detailed map of medieval London has been created, showing intricate parish boundaries, city structures, and landmarks from the 13th century.
  2. The Historic Towns Trust has produced detailed maps of Tudor and medieval London, using extensive research and archaeological knowledge.
  3. Mapping the city's past presents challenges due to gaps in historical records, uncertainties in field boundaries, and complexities of plotting locations like churches in ancient London.
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