Gerardus Mercator, Gangelt
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Gerardus Mercator was a 16th-century geographer, cosmographer and cartographer from the County of Flanders. He is most renowned for creating the 1569 world map based on a new projection which represented sailing courses of constant bearing as straight lines—an innovation that is still employed in nautical charts. ()
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Which popular attractions are close to Gerardus Mercator?
Nearby attractions include Church of St. Nicholas, Gangelt (2 min walk), Burgturm im Burgareal, Gangelt (3 min walk), Stadtmauer, Gangelt (3 min walk), Heinsberger Tor, Gangelt (4 min walk).
North Rhine-Westphalia