Columbus Floor globe Duo Azzurro Imperator 40cm English (77553)

The Duo Azzurro globe is a captivating piece that combines beauty and functionality. Its most striking feature is the lustrous blue vignetting on the continents, set against dark blue oceans. This globe offers two distinct views: when unlit, it displays a political map, and when illuminated, it transforms into a physical map revealing intricate surface structures both on land and beneath the oceans. The innovative design of this globe series was recognized with the prestigious Berlin ITB Book Award in 2016.

Dual Map Features

In its unlit state, the Duo Azzurro globe showcases a political map with various countries represented in harmonious colors. When illuminated, it unveils a fascinating physical map, revealing the topography of mountains, tectonic plates, plains, and sea beds. The illuminated view is particularly striking, offering an astonishing impression of relief.

Craftsmanship and Quality

The map is manually adjusted on a seamless, highly luminous blown crystal sphere. Columbus employs a meticulous production process in their state-of-the-art 'clean printing room'. The globe is created using superior acrylic sheets and up to 24 successive layers of colors, with curing, inspection, and cleaning between each layer. A final high-gloss clear coat enhances the map's brilliance.

Interactive Learning with Columbus Audio/Video-Pen OID

This globe is compatible with the Columbus Audio/Video-Pen OID, offering an interactive learning experience. The pen uses optical image decoding technology to access various audio and video files linked to different areas of the globe. Users can explore:

1. Country Information: Details on country size, population, growth, capital city, and more.

2. Interesting Facts: Comprehensive information about each country.

3. National Anthems: Listen to songs associated with individual countries.

4. Quiz: Test your knowledge in an engaging way.

To access video content, users must download the Columbus Video Pen app from their device's app store.

Technical Specifications

• Type: Foot-stand model

• Rotating: Yes

• Swiveling: No

• Diameter: 40 cm

• Total height: 120 cm

• Series: Duo Azzurro

• Scale: 1:31,850,000

• Language: English

• Meridian and Stand: Metal

• Sphere material: Crystal glass

• Power supply: 230V/50Hz

• Hand laminated: Yes

• Explorers' Pen compatibility: Yes

Design and Features

The Duo Azzurro globe is characterized by its classic and elegant design. It features a rotating mechanism, integrated cable guide, and is compatible with the Explorers' Pen. While it's not a raised relief globe and is not Ting-compatible, it offers a sophisticated blend of educational value and aesthetic appeal suitable for various settings.