Carte de Cassini

Carte de Cassini is a series of maps of France created in the 18th century by the Cassini family of cartographers.

The Carte de Cassini was created by the Cassini family, specifically César-François Cassini and his son, Jean-Dominique Cassini.

The mapping project for Carte de Cassini began in 1756 and was completed in 1815, spanning nearly six decades.

The main purpose of Carte de Cassini was to accurately map France for scientific, military, and administrative purposes.

Considering the resources and technology available at that time, the maps of Carte de Cassini are remarkably accurate, especially when compared to previous maps.

The maps of Carte de Cassini were created at a scale of approximately 1:86,400 (1 inch on the map representing about 1.36 miles).

The Centre for Historical Research and Documentation on Contemporary France (CDHP) provides digital access to the Carte de Cassini maps through their website.

While the Carte de Cassini maps may not be suitable for precise navigation or modern geographical analysis, they remain invaluable for historical research and understanding the landscape of 18th-century France.

Yes, the Centre for Historical Research and Documentation on Contemporary France (CDHP) allows users to download and use the Carte de Cassini maps for non-commercial purposes.

Yes, several modern projects aim to replicate or update the Carte de Cassini maps using modern technology and techniques, such as geo-referencing aerial imagery and satellite data.