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Paris Crumpled City Map

Unlike traditional paper maps the Crumpled City Map of Paris is novelty map designed specifically to be crammed and scrunched into pockets or backpacks, either on its own or in the carry pouch provided. Produced on special technological material that makes them light (approximately only 20g) and resistant as well as 100% waterproof, creases are a fully intentional part of the quirkiness of the Crumpled City maps.Whilst not cartographically the most precise or detailed item on the market, the map provides details about parts of the city including monuments, museums, galleries etc, as well as including a sightseeing index and a list if unique “SoulSights”.To see the full list of cities covered by this unique series please click on the series link.
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Unlike traditional paper maps the Crumpled City Map of Paris is novelty map designed specifically to be crammed & scrunched into pockets or backpacks, either on its own or in the carry pouch provided. Produced on special technological material that makes them light (approximately only 20g) & resistant as well as 100% waterproof, creases are a fully intentional part of the quirkiness of the Crumpled City maps. Whilst not cartographically the most precise or detailed item on the market, the map provides details about parts of the city including monuments, museums, galleries etc, as well as including a sightseeing index & a list if unique “ Soul Sights”. To see the full list of cities covered by this unique series please click on the series link.

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Paper - A thin sheet mainly used for writing. Available in a variety of colours. Made mainly from wood pulp.
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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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