VANK Maps


Great Ideas That Changed the World (Eng)        
                                                                                  Take a look at the numerous great ideas, inventions, explorations, events, and paths from all over the world. Each moment pinpoints an revolutionary change in history and a global impact on the international community. This map portrays the results of great dreamers and achievers.

 

World Heritage Map (Eng)
This map visually displays various World Heritage Sites in Korea and countries all around the world. Additionally, it highlights global contributions in the documentary heritage as recognized by UNESCO’s Memory of the World Program. At the bottom of the map is a brief introduction to Korea’s documentary heritage.

 

 

WorldChanging Map (Eng)
VANK began its World Changer Project in order to provide opportunities for people to contribute their talents and abilities in ways that lead to positive global change and meaningful relationships with people from all over the world. This world map encourages awareness and activism that addresses some of the world’s current global issues.

 

World and Korean Map “Friendly Korea, My Friend’s Country” (Eng)
This world map visually displays the location of numerous UNESCO’s Memory of the World archives and World Heritage Sites from all over the world. The right panel of the map is an enlarged map of Korea with visual highlights of the country’s greatest landmarks.  At the bottom of the side panel is a brief overview of the different time periods in Korea’s history.

 

Korean Map “The Vision of Korea” (Eng)
This beautifully decorative map provides a close-up view of the numerous regions in Korea. Additionally, the informational side bar provides a basic outline of the different dynasties in Korea’s history.

 

 

 

 

Vision of Korea – Upside Down Paradigm Shift Map (Eng)
This unique map offers a paradigm shift, a new way of seeing the world. This upside-down map breaks free from the traditional global map in an attempt to provide inspiration to those who desire a fresh perspective of the world. On the bottom is a small tribute to King SeJong, a Korean king who deviated from the norm to provide life-changing innovations for his people.

Korean Heritage Map (Eng)
This map visually represents the locations of the numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Memory of the World Program documentary heritage in Korea. Each site and heritage comes with a brief description explaining its historical background and cultural significance.

 

 

Be a Friend of Asia (Eng)
This map of Asia doubles as a fun board game for people of all ages. Travel through Asia and learn basic facts and the geographical location of each country. Players must learn the greeting of each country in order to rack up points. This game encourages increased awareness about all the countries in Asia. On the bottom is a brief timeline of both Asian and Korean history.

세계속의 한국인 Koreans in the World (Kor)
This map of the world provides statistics and background information on Korean immigrants around the world. The right panel of the map is an enlarged map of Korea with the locations of the varying regional versions of Arirang, Korea’s most famous folk song. The map also provides a brief overview of Korea’s historical dynasties.

Travel Around the World with Korean in Your Heart 대한민국을 가슴에 품고 두근두근 세계 여행!  (Kor)
Are you ready to be a Global Ambassador of Korea? This map of the world also doubles as a fun board game that also tests your global knowledge. Travel around the world and learn interesting facts and the geographical location of various countries.