This map of the Eastern Hemisphere in 001 AD was created by Thomas Lessman, based on information from the sources listed below. This map is free for educational use (see Permission info above). When using this map, please mention that it is available for free at www.WorldHistoryMaps.info.
Map Source References
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2. Borders of Asian countries are derived primarily from these sources:
a - The DK Atlas of World History, 2000 Edition; map of The World in 1 CE, (Pages 42-43) was used for information on several Asian borders in this map.
c - Parthia's border with the Indo-Scythians and Tocharians is derived from Wikipedia articles about Kushan King Heraios, the Indo-Scythians, and the Kushan Empire.
d - Kashmir/Chach is described in the Wikipedia article about Zeionises.