Truesize.net – Explore the real size of countries without Mercator distortion(truesize.net)
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Truesize.net – Explore the real size of countries without Mercator distortion
https://TrueSize.net
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This is fascinating! While exploring country sizes, I built a random country picker (https://countryrandom.com/) that shows population, GDP, and other stats. It's interesting to see how size doesn't always correlate with population or economic output. The random discovery aspect makes learning more fun.
What sets it apart: - Extensive coverage: All modern countries, over 3,700 local states and regions (like U.S. states), and more than 9,000 historical countries and regions from past maps. - Accurate small countries: Vatican City, Monaco, and other tiny nations are represented closely to their real-world shapes, unlike simplified versions in most other tools. - Holonomy-aware movement: When you move countries across the globe, their rotation adjusts realistically to the sphere. It’s off by default, but turning it on gives a fully educational experience. - Custom GeoJSON/TopoJSON support: Upload your own data, move shapes with true-size calculations applied, and export results. I’ve used this for map processing in PaintMyMap.com, like keeping Alaska’s true proportions when repositioned.
I built this because I love geography and wanted a tool that’s both precise and interactive, useful for education, map enthusiasts, or just playing with global scales.
Curious to hear what HN thinks — whether from a technical, educational, or UX perspective!