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Whether you are going hiking or driving to a new and unfamiliar territory, it is always a good idea to possess a detailed map with you. Possessing a detailed and accurate map provides you with the locations of various landmarks and locations along with terrain structure of the land. These maps with a wide network of routes is a sure-shot life saver when you need it the most.

Kish Island GPS Map

There are different types of maps; the traditional paper map, an internet generated map and a GPS map. Amongst all these, a GPS map is perhaps the most versatile and updated one. A GPS device is as good as the mapping information it holds. Thus GPS navigators come with basemaps and several points of interests that indicate the locations of gas stations or hotels. A GPS receiver comes preloaded with the detailed and most updated map information of a specific region or country. In case you need any additional data, you can always download it to your device. A few advantages a GPS map has over the others is stated below :

Advantage I: Most Up-to-Date

Unlike the traditional paper maps or an internet generated one, the GPS map is the most up-to-date one. This is because although, the device comes with preloaded maps of certain region, you can definitely download the latest version of the maps directly into your unit from the mapping website. Also the sat nav manufacturers ensure to have the most recent versions of maps on their site, wherein you get the detailed mapping data absolutely free of cost.

Advantage II: It provides the facility to personalise the map
Paper map and internet generated maps can also be customized to suit your needs. However you will need a marker to mark the locations of gas stations or trace your best hiking route. Once you use a marker or highlighter on the map, it is permanent and next time you want to mark something, you either need a new map or a different colour marker. Eventually you might have either spent a great deal on buying a new map everytime you visit a new place or there would be so many markings on your map that it would appear shabby and unreadable.

This is where GPS maps are useful. All you need to do is create a separate folder and save the data in the specific folder after every trip. You can later even make alterations or changes to it, as per your convenience and choice. The maps are in no way rendered unreadable. Saves you loads or time and money as well.

Advantage III: Easy to Trace Back
With a GPS map you can easily trace back your steps. This is because the device has the capability to track your progress, thus by just selecting the right buttons, you can easily get a complete history of the route taken, makes it simple to re-trace your steps. Although, this can also be done by using the paper maps, it is a little tedious and cumbersome procedure.

The above stated points are some of the reasons why users might prefer a GPS map from a traditional paper map. If you too need to reap the benefits of GPS maps, then just go and grab a satellite navigational unit that has the latest and updated GPS maps and plan your travel to unknown and unfamiliar cities.

Iran GPS Map in Farsi (Persian) (نقشه جی پی اس ایران به فارسی) is compatible with Android, Symbian, Windows Mobile, Bada and Windows CE.

The Iran GPS Map in Farsi includes:
* Complete detailed maps of Ahvaz, Arak, Ardabil, Bam, Babol, Babolsar, Bandar-Abbas, Chalos, Dizin ski resort, Esfahan (Isfahan), Fereydoon kenar, Ghom (Qom), Hamedan, Kashan, Karaj, Kerman, Kish Island, Nour, Noshahr, Mashhad, Qeshm Island, Rasht, Sabzevar, Sari, Semnan, Shiraz, Tabriz, Tehran, Uromiyeh (Urima), Yazd, Zanjan and …..

* Iran roads complete map
* Turn-by-turn voice directions in Farsi (Persian),
* Mapping/route guide in Farsi (Persian),
* Monthly & Yearly update and
* With more than 83.000 POI

It can be purchased at following web sites:
- MapShop.me Online Shop
- Iran GPS map for Mobiles

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