Introduction Interactive maps are maps that enable users to interact with the map data. The maps can be drawn by hand or created by specialized software and contain text, lines, symbols, and images. The mapping process adds the element of interactivity, giving the viewer more control over how they perceive information. Interactive maps come in various forms, but they all have a common purpose – to share geographical data on a large scale. Creative Interactive maps use different techniques such as geocoding to allow users to locate addresses and places and use hot spots to show information such as schools, restaurants, government buildings, and many other items. There is also integration with geo-spatial databases and geolocation devices. This is much more than virtual globes because the
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