In Oct. 2011, respondents were shown the same group of symbols and asked to identify the symbol associated with Islam. Just 42% answered correctly (Crescent and Star, #2 in the graphic.) About a third ...

Map symbols can include letters, coloured areas, pictures or lines. These symbols can be used to show the location of different features such as roads, viewpoints, bus stations, ...

Secret Soviet Posters Demystify Map Symbols. These posters, part of a massive military program, illustrated how to map different types of buildings, bridges, and even trees in intricate detail.

They show symbols (pictures) for places such as car parks or places of worship like churches. They also have a key , which tells you what the symbols mean. Maps can help you find your way using ...

The symbols will only be found on non-Japanese maps, though. GSI released a statement about the symbol changes, saying, "To build a tourism-oriented nation and ensure smooth implementation of the 2020 ...