The newly published atlas of the tropical Netherlands

Summary

This article introduces the newly published Atlas of the Tropical Netherlands by the Royal Netherlands Geographical Society. Compiled in collaboration with the Topographical Service of the Netherlands East Indies, the atlas aims to serve both general practical use and to provide a survey of the present state of important scientific fields and human activities. It includes general maps, chorographic maps, and thematic maps covering physical geography, meteorology, biogeography, geology, human and economic geography, and historical geography. The article details the cartographic principles, scale selections, contour methods, and data sources, highlighting the atlas's value for academic research and practical application.