Northwestern South America — National Geographic Wall Map (1964)

Andean spines, Amazon fringes, and Pacific corridors in one elegant sweep. Published in February 1964, this detailed Northwestern South America wall map features city inset maps of Bogotá, Caracas, and Lima. Issued with the feature “The Five Worlds of Peru,” it pairs perfectly with National Geographic’s 1962 map of Eastern South America—a cohesive, two-panel view of the continent’s northern half made to command a wall and reward close study.

More Than a Map – A Testament to a Region

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a frame for understanding the Andean highlands, Caribbean and Pacific coasts, and the upper Amazon where cultures, trade routes, and landscapes intersect. Clear symbology and refined labeling keep relief, rivers, cities, and transport corridors legible at a glance. Ideal for educators, travelers, historians, designers, and collectors, it anchors any South America display.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat cartography with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: Northwestern South America as mapped in 1964, with cities and corridors clearly presented.
✔ Inset Insight: Focused Bogotá, Caracas, and Lima insets for urban detail at a glance.
✔ Perfect Pairing: Designed to accompany Eastern South America (1962) for a balanced two-panel display.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Balanced design for strong wall presence and legible fine detail.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving place is as important as exploring it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Trace the Andes to the Amazon—order the Northwestern South America Wall Map (1964) and turn your space into a conversation.