Astronomy

The Universe map by the National Geographic Society attempts to give a sense of the enormous size of our universe and the relative scale of the star groups and galaxies within it. This innovative map features cylinders with grids measured in light-years that illustrate volumes of space.

The Milky Way on a colourful and informative wall map, size 79.5 x 51.5cm (31" x 20" approx) – paper version, from the National Geographic, showing the galaxy’s spiral-shaped system of a few hundred billion stars and where we sit inside it. Colouring indicates the galactic bulge, placed in the centre of the map, globular star clusters, nebulae, molecular clouds, etc.

The Solar System, Our Sun's Family – paper version, by National Geographic is a stunning double sided poster. On one side a map of our solar system shows each planet’s orbit in relation to the Sun and to the other planets. A brief history of how the solar system was formed, interesting facts and figures about each planet, all accompany the wonderful images. On the other side, a striking illustration portray...

Glow in the Dark wall map from Maps International showing the night sky as seen in the northern hemisphere, with stars graded according to their brightness or faintness, lines linking stars into constellations, the Milky Way, the ecliptic line and the Celestial Equator, etc.

The Milky Way on a colourful and informative wall map, size 79.5 x 51.5cm (31" x 20" approx) – encapsulated version, from the National Geographic, showing the galaxy’s spiral-shaped system of a few hundred billion stars and where we sit inside it. Colouring indicates the galactic bulge, placed in the centre of the map, globular star clusters, nebulae, molecular clouds, etc.

National Geographic's The Earth's Moon Map is like having an atlas and almanac in one. This incredible map/poster shows a detailed image of both sides of the Moon, with an index of hundreds of lunar features. In addition to showing landing spots for lunar missions, the map includes graphics and descriptions of the moon's phases, its revolution in relation to the Earth and Sun, eclipses, and how the moon aff...

Night Sky: Stars of the Northern Hemisphere poster published by Roger Lascelles under the Daily Telegraph imprint. The central circle, surrounded by a ring showing the days and months of the year, presents the stars which in favourable conditions may be seen with the unaided eye. The stars are graded according to their magnitude and grouped into constellations. Surrounding the map of the sky are instruction...

Chart of the Heavens is an introductory stargazing fold out chart, simple to read and suitable for use at any time of year, anywhere in the world. It provides information, help and advice, as well as detailed instructions to help you get a firm understanding of individual stars and constellations, as well as other objects in the heavens.