ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Mao Kun map

Okay kiddo, have you heard of a map before? It helps us find our way around a place. Now, there is a very special kind of map called the Mao Kun Map. It is a very old map from China, around 1389 to be precise.

What makes this map special is that it shows all the important places along the coastline of China. It also shows the different sea routes that people used to trade goods and travel.

You see, back then, people didn't have GPS or smartphones to help them find their way. They had to rely on maps and their knowledge of the land and sea to get around. The Mao Kun Map was made to help people navigate the seas near China.

This map is also special because it was made on a scroll- like a long piece of paper that can be rolled up. It is very long and has beautiful drawings and calligraphy on it. Imagine a long roll of paper with pretty pictures and words on it.

So, in short, the Mao Kun Map is an old, special map from China that shows important places and sea routes along the coastline. It is also very long and has beautiful drawings and writing on it.