Thematic Maps

A thematic map is a map specific to a theme and geographic area. These maps can show a distribution of a specific attribute, from soil types to population. Some examples of different thematic maps can include physical properties, social, political, economics, culture and etc.

https://www.uni-due.de/IERC/Ireland_FullSize.JPG

Above is a thematic map showing the distribution of the countries of Ireland. 

Average Annual Perception

http://www.bestcountryreports.com/media/D_Images/Irelan_Precip.jpg

The Map above is a multicolor map showing the average annual  perception of Ireland.  

Population Density

http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/troubledgeogs/chap4/pop_den1831.jpg    

The map above represents the population density in Ireland.

Agricultural Employment

The map to the right represent the number of people in Ireland employed in the agricultural industry.

http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/troubledgeogs/chap8/agriculture_1991.jpg