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Let’s discover how Italy was a long time ago! A fascinating trip through the old maps of Italy

Credits: Raremaps

I don’t know if it’s the same to you, but I find that old maps have a kind of charm I can’t explain. It’s just as if they tell a story which absolutely deserve to be listened. Ancient maps, I feel, give off a reverential power that you cannot pass over.

Furthermore, if you’re a bit curious like me, how could you avoid having a look at an old map if you have it within reach? Well, to satisfy our curiosity, I’ve looked for maps of ancient Italy which I am pleased to share with you. Enjoy!!!

Ancient map of Italy – Old map dating back to 1720
Credits: Anticoantico

Ancient Map of Pompeii – Old map of Pompeii before the eruption of Vesuvio
Credits: Inform.umd.edu

Ancient Map of Tuscany – Old map copper engraved
Credits: pettinarolimapsandprints

Ancient map of the territory of Rome – Old map dating back to 1620
Credits: pettinarolimapsandprints

Ancient map of Sicily – Old map copper engraved
Credits: pettinarolimapsandprints

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