Vetus Maps: Explore Ancient Maps on Your iPhone
Vetus Maps is a travel and navigation app developed by Andrey Fetisov. This free app allows users to access a collection of ancient maps on their iPhones, making it easier for local historians and antique enthusiasts to locate ancient villages and landmarks. With Vetus Maps, users can transfer the ancient maps onto corresponding modern maps, such as satellite, hybrid, and terrain views.
Key features of the app include the ability to adjust the transparency of the maps, download maps from the catalog, set markers, record GPS tracks, and search for specific locations. The ancient maps provide valuable data for toponymy, as many names have been lost and are not found on modern topographic maps. Even in today's time, these maps can help users navigate through the landscape with confidence.
The app allows offline access to the ancient maps, while satellite maps require an internet connection. To set markers, users simply need to long-press on the map.
Vetus Maps also offers a premium subscription option, which provides access to all maps for free download. Subscribers can also download maps from third-party sources or their own maps using Dropbox. The annual subscription is priced at €14.99 and will be charged to the user's iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew at the end of each year, unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the renewal date. No refunds will be provided after the annual subscription is charged. Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited upon subscription purchase.
Please note that continued use of GPS in the background can significantly decrease the battery life of your device.
Overall, Vetus Maps is a valuable tool for anyone interested in exploring ancient maps and navigating through historical landscapes. Its user-friendly interface and extensive features make it a must-have app for local historians and antique enthusiasts.
