Starting 17th century until today, maps turned into more factual and accurate references that apply certain scientific methods and techniques. As you have probably heard from latest news and world updates, there are many countries that applied national mapping systems in their geographical and
navigation tools. Before the development of aerial photography after the WW II, people were then clueless on what the entire world was like. Thanks to the latest cartography and mapping developments, such as
the handheld devices, the world's geographical features were made available to the modern man.
