Introduction
From Petre of CEO, This interactive tool transforms how people access and engage with history, allowing them to check facts while watching the news, talking to friends, preparing school homework, or visiting a historical site with family.
With TimeMap.org, you can pick a place on a map, set a year on a time slider, and travel back in time. Learn about the names of countries of the past, rulers and kings, battles, millions of people – famous artists and musicians, mathematicians, and more and explore relation as never before. Just adjust the selected period on timeline and pan map!
Key Features
- Interactive Historical Maps
- Allows users to explore history by selecting a specific location and time period.
- Displays detailed information about countries, rulers, battles, and notable figures of the chosen era.
- Extensive Database
- Contains over 500,000 detailed historical maps.
- Integrates with advanced tools like 3D and Augmented Reality for a more immersive experience.
- Cutting-Edge Technology
- Built using Linked Data, OpenHistoricalMaps, and advanced indexing algorithms.
- Incorporates data from partner projects such as Pelagios and TimeMachine, and collections like the British Library and the David Rumsey Map Collection.
- Educational Value
- Offers free access via its website.
- Provides premium plans ($10/year) for educators and students, including ad-free browsing, exclusive content, and learning materials.
Significance
TimeMap transforms how we perceive history by visualizing it in an engaging and interactive format. By combining historical data with modern technology, it bridges the gap between traditional learning methods and digital exploration. This tool is particularly valuable for educators, students, and history enthusiasts, offering a dynamic way to connect with the past.
It can be seen as “Google Maps for history,” making historical knowledge more accessible and engaging for a global audience. Please refer official trailer about brilliant TimeMap.
App for iOS, AOS
You can DL to use this app and also try on the PC browser.
