ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Pictorial maps

Okay kiddo, have you ever seen a map before? It's a picture that shows you where places are in the world, right? Well, a pictorial map is a special kind of map that is more like a drawing or a painting.

Instead of just showing you the places and streets like a regular map, a pictorial map has funny little pictures and pictures that help you see what each place looks like. For example, a pictorial map of a city might have drawings of buildings or famous landmarks, like a statue or a bridge.

Pictorial maps are like a cross between a picture book and a map. They help you imagine what a place looks like and find your way around at the same time. It's like going on an adventure to explore a new place, but you have a picture to guide you.

So, if you ever see a map that looks like a work of art, with lots of colorful pictures and drawings, then you know it's a pictorial map. They're a fun and creative way to learn about different places with lots of cool things to point out along the way.