Created by Olaus Magnus in the 16th century, Carta Marina is the earliest map of the Nordic countries that gives details and placenames. Only two earlier maps of Scandinavia are known, those of Jacob Ziegler and Claudius Clavus.
Carta Marina
Created by Olaus Magnus in the 16th century, Carta Marina is the earliest map of the Nordic countries that gives details and placenames. Only two earlier maps of Scandinavia are known, those of Jacob Ziegler and Claudius Clavus.