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Unit 11: Geographical Sources

11.7 Keywords Notes

Atlases: These consist of maps, and indexes to help users find places on the maps.
Gazetteer: A gazetteer is a geographical dictionary or directory, an important reference for
information about places and place names, used in conjunction with a map or a full atlas. These
are geographical dictionaries that list places, their locations, and other factual information.

Geographical Sources: Geographical sources consist primarily of graphic representations. These
are used for finding out answers to geographical questions.

Globe: A globe is a spherical representation of the earth's surface.
Maps: These represent part of the three-dimensional world on a flat surface.
One-time Guides: Guides prepared to introduce an area rich in history, ecology or even of
monuments.
Series Guides: Guides prepared for tourists to assist them plan their travel program.

Thematic Maps: Thematic maps depict specific subjects, themes or types of development.
Travel Guides or Guidebooks: A guide book or travel guide is a book for tourists or travellers
that provide details about a geographic location, tourist destination, or itinerary.
11.8 Review Questions

1. What are geographical sources?
2. List the various types of geographical information sources.
3. “Maps, atlases, and globes are the main sources of geographical information”. Elucidate
4. What are the different types of maps?

5. Write down the meaning of general and topographical maps and atlases. Also discuss the
three classes according to their area of coverage.
6. What is special or thematic map?

7. Give some examples of thematic maps.
8. Define gazetteer. Write down the types of gazetteer.
9. What is the purpose of any guidebook or travel guide?

10. Write down the uses of guidebook or travel guide.
Answers: Self Assessment

1. Maps 2. Atlases
3. Gazetteers 4. Guidebooks
5. graphic representations 6. True
7. True 8. Cartographic materials

9. independent publication 10. Form
11. Thematic maps 12. False

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