As you can see (below), the results are distinct from Mr Krause's map. But however you look at it, his point is a good one: Africa is much bigger than it looks on most maps.

Take a look at a world map and you’re likely to think that North America and Russia are both larger than Africa. But in reality ... As a result, shapes of world maps have typically been diverse ...

An incredible map shows the “true” size of Africa with China, India and America all fitting inside. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT The continent is 30.37 million km² and covers 20 ...

Maps are all imperfect because they portray ... Inspired by this map of Africa's true size from German graphic designer Kai Krause, we created 15 map overlays to open your eyes to some real ...

MAPS commonly used in schools rely heavily on ... For example, one common impression is that Greenland is roughly the same size as Africa. In fact it is only about as big as the Democratic ...

The maps showed parts of Palestine that are not ... While three Canadas can fit inside Africa, Africa is significantly smaller and less detailed than Canada on the map. Fourteen Greenlands can ...

China has become Africa’s single largest trading partner. In response, media and policymakers in traditionally dominant states are increasingly using maps drenched in red or stamped with Chinese ...