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Poster of Fogo Cabo Verde | Elevation map
Poster of Fogo Cabo Verde | Elevation map
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Fogo, named for its fiery, volcanic origins, is a place where nature’s power is still felt, and where the earth’s deep geological scars have given rise to one of the most dramatic and beautiful islands in the archipelago. This map captures the rugged charm of the land, with every peak, valley, and crater telling a story of ancient fire and untamed nature. At the heart of the map lies the island’s most iconic feature—the mighty Pico do Fogo, an active volcano that rises a towering 2,829 meters above sea level. This majestic peak, depicted with stunning topographical precision, dominates the island’s landscape. Whether you see it as a formidable giant or a peaceful guardian, Pico do Fogo is the beating heart of the island, and the map brings out its grandeur in all its fiery glory. The surrounding lava fields, black and stark, offer a striking contrast to the softer greens and browns of the lower slopes, where rich volcanic soil has nurtured an array of vineyards and farms. The island’s terrain is a beautiful mix of rugged mountains, fertile valleys, and sharp cliffs. As you trace the contours of Fogo, you’ll notice the deep ravines, ribeiras, which carve through the island like ancient scars, winding their way from the volcanic heights down to the coast. These lush green valleys are home to charming villages, including the island’s main town, São Filipe, which rests on the southwestern coast. São Filipe itself, with its historical charm and colonial architecture, is a delightful spot where cobblestone streets meet the backdrop of the volcanic peaks. It’s a town that has witnessed centuries of change, from the island’s earliest settlers to its more modern role as the island’s cultural and economic hub. The island’s microclimates, shaped by the altitude and geography, create pockets of greenery even in places that seem otherwise inhospitable. The lower regions, particularly around São Filipe, are rich with lush hillsides, while the higher altitudes, like the Chã das Caldeiras, offer sweeping views and a more stark, yet equally captivating beauty. Fogo is a place where the earth seems to hum with ancient energy, and this map brings all that energy to life in your home.
Product details
Product details
MAPS - Display your private geography with our unique poster which emphasizes the inner green spaces and take a moment to really look at your favorite city with this large-sized colorful city map printed on demand and easy to order!
You can choose ANY CITY OF THE WORLD to jazz up your rooms at home or in your office with a large poster "City Map". Map your 'loved at first sight' travel destinations or display your city of birth at your workplace or even simply the place you have never been... (yet).
Mapospheres created a very good mix of mapmaking (these posters are real maps!) and design. You can get City maps (RED DARK, BLACK AND WHITE and NIGHT DESIGN), Love Maps or Elevation Maps in full page or round shape format. These maps are both accurate and decorative since they have been carefully checked by a mapmaker and adapted depending on the unique specificities of each city's geography.
The sustainability of our wall maps or our canvas is guaranteed thanks to a special UV Gel inking. Your poster or your canvas will follow you when you move to another place and will fit your furniture.
- Map Details
All our home-made maps strictly comply with open sources data philosophy and legal aspects. The data used to create these maps comes from OpenStreetMap and is under Creative Commons 4.0 licence (Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International - CC BY-NC-SA 4.0).
Paper maps are professionally printed by our partner on 180gsm Satin paper with an eco-friendly, UV gel ink quality which gives an embossed-like sharpness of the map.
Canvas are printed, framed and shipped by another polish partner - printing at 1440 dpi resolution resistant to UV radiation, high quality cotton canvas 285g / m2, no need to frame it!
The scale varies from 1:50000 to 1:100000 (on rare occasion 1:25000 or 1:150000) according to the selected city topography or rendering.
You can get a FULL-PAGE or a ROUND-SHAPE pattern as an option.
Mapospheres aims to promote cultural diversity! The name of the city will be set by default in English (ex: CONSTANCE/GERMANY). Please do not hesitate to mention in *YOUR CART* if you want it in another language (KONSTANZ/DEUTSCHLAND).
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ASTROLABES - They are made with Softwood plywood from spruce. They are delivered with high-quality laminated stickers or printed with transfer onto wood finish in four different versions:
- Regular Astrolabe: your wooden astrolabe will be delivered ready-to-use along with your user's Manual
- Kit Astrolabe: prepare it yourself and learn while assembling your astrolabe
- Wood Transfer Astrolabe: vintage quality of printing using a wood transfer technique
- Personalized Wood Transfer Astrolabe: add your name on the back of your astrolabe.
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Please read our section FAQ and do not hesitate to send us a message should you have any questions!
Shipping
Shipping
- Postage and Packing -
Paper maps are carefully printed then packed with protective paper and rolled in a rigid cardboard postal tube for shipping from Poland.
Astrolabes and Canvas will be shipped in dedicated, protective cardboard postal parcels from Poland.
- Delivery Estimates -
Europe: between 5 to 10 working days after dispatch;
Rest of the world: 8 to 20 working days after dispatch.
International Shipping dates are purely estimates and cannot be guaranteed as they are dependent on local postal services and customs.
If your parcel does get lost or damaged in transit, we will send a replacement once confirmed by the delivery company. In any case, we will always manage to find a satisfying and reasonable solution !
Return policy
Return policy
Maps are gladly accepted for return 14 days after delivery.
FAQ
FAQ
FRAMES for CANVAS MAPS are INCLUDED. But FRAMES for PAPER MAPS are for illustration purposes only and are NOT INCLUDED.
Colors may slightly vary due to monitor settings but will not alter the overall finish.
How To Order:
1. Choose from drop-down menu the size you would like to get in centimeters/inches, the pattern and the design of your Map print/Astrolabe.
2. Type any replacement words you want below the map or on the back of your astrolabe into the personalisaton section.
3. Place this item in the cart to purchase and click the *CHECKOUT* button.
FAQ
How long it takes to get my shipment ?
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We do the print in 2 business days after payment goes through. We will contact you in case the printing process would be subject to any delays.
I want to change something in the design
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Please do not hesitate to mention it in *YOUR CART* section. We'll get back to you to confirm we've taken into account your requirements.
I need my order in 2 weeks for auntie's birthday... Is this doable?
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Get in touch with us a couple of minutes after your payment and tell us more! :-) We can speed up the process, upgrade the shipping, send replacement digital files... We'll find a solution !
My parcel hasn't reached my mailbox yet... What should I do?
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Send a message! We'll make sure you'll receive your map in good condition. We'll send you another map if you haven't received yours after 15 business days (EU).
I received my order... but someone apparently opened it first... What should I do?
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Sometimes shipping or custom clearance can damage our carefully packaged parcels. Take a shot, contact us and we'll talk about shipping new products or issuing refunds. You'll come out happy of your Map or your Astrolabe!
