Interactive Map¶
🗺️ Explore Persian Poetry Through Geography and Time¶
Our interactive map is the centerpiece of the Persian Poetry Map project, offering a unique way to explore the geographical spread and historical development of Persian poetry.
🎮 How to Use the Map¶
Navigation Controls¶
- Pan & Zoom - Click and drag to move around, scroll or use ± buttons to zoom
- Time Slider - Located at the bottom, slide through 6 historical eras
- City Markers - Click on bold city markers to reveal detailed information
- Layer Toggle - Show/hide different types of information
Time Periods Available¶
Navigate through these significant eras using the time slider:
| Era | Time Period | Key Poets |
|---|---|---|
| Samanid | 875 – 1000 CE | Rudaki, Daqiqi |
| Ghaznavid | 1000 – 1150 CE | Ferdowsi, Unsuri |
| Seljuk | 1150 – 1300 CE | Nizami, Khaqani |
| Ilkhanate | 1260 – 1370 CE | Saadi, Rumi |
| Timurid | 1370 – 1500 CE | Hafez, Jami |
| Safavid | 1500 – 1736 CE | Baba Tahir, Vahshi |
🏙️ City Markers¶
Cities are marked with different styles:
- Bold markers - Major cultural centers with extensive poet activity
- Regular markers - Cities with notable but less prominent literary history
Click on any city to discover:
- Historical significance
- Associated poets
- Notable works created there
- Architectural landmarks related to poetry
🎨 Visual Features¶
- Historical Borders - Dynamic rendering of changing political boundaries
- Color Coding - Different colors represent different types of information
- Responsive Design - Works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
💡 Tips for Best Experience¶
- Start from the earliest era and progress chronologically
- Pay attention to cities that appear across multiple eras
- Notice how cultural centers shifted over time
- Use zoom to see detailed information in dense regions
Try it now: Visit chekameh.xyz to explore the map!