Description
The “Mauryan Empire (70x100)” typically refers to a large educational wall map or poster depicting the extent and significance of the Mauryan Empire, the first great Indian empire that flourished from approximately 321 to 185 BCE.
Physical Specifications
Size: 70 × 100 cm, ideal for classrooms or history exhibits.
Material: Laminated on both sides with durable polyester film (commonly 30 microns), printed in vibrant colors on 80 GSM map litho paper.
Features: Fitted with sturdy plastic rollers for secure wall mounting and long-term use.
Contents and Educational Value
The map charts the vast territorial reach of the Mauryan Empire at its height, covering nearly the entire Indian subcontinent—stretching from Afghanistan and Balochistan in the northwest, to Bengal in the east and down to southern India.
Major capitals and cities are marked, notably Pataliputra (modern Patna), Takshashila, Ujjain, and Taxila, along with the boundaries of core provinces and important frontier regions.
Routes taken by Emperor Ashoka during his missions of Dhamma, key battles, sites of Ashokan pillar edicts, and regions of diplomatic and military significance are typically featured.
Some versions are available in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and are often certified by mapping authorities such as the Survey of India for educational authenticity.
The map may include illustrations or references to prominent Mauryan art and architecture such as the Sarnath Lion Capital and Ashoka's pillars.
Historical Context
The Mauryan Empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya, expanded through Bindusara, and reached its zenith under Emperor Ashoka, becoming the first political entity to unify most of the Indian subcontinent under one administration.
The empire is noted for its advanced city planning (like Pataliputra), grand architectural achievements (pillars, stupas, caves), and the spread of Buddhism following Ashoka's embrace of non-violence and moral governance.
The territory depicted in these maps demonstrates the vast scale, diversity, and administrative sophistication achieved by the Mauryan dynasty, helping learners visualize the geography of ancient India.
These wall charts are perfect for history education, providing vivid and accurate spatial context for understanding one of India's greatest empires