Matthew Paris's Map of Great Britain Print, 1250-1259

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This thirteenth-century map of Great Britain was created by Matthew Paris, a Benedictine monk, in c.1250. Produced in St. Albans, the map is thought to be the earliest known map of Britain, recording around 252 places including 81 cathedrals and monasteries, 41 castles, and 33 ports. Paris's map even depicts Hadrian's Wall and the Antonine Wall. Image taken from Abbreviatio chronicorum Angliae. Originally produced in St Albans, England, 1250-1259. Creator: Matthew Paris Shelfmark: Cotton Claudius D. VI, f.12v Show more