Wiki Map is an iOS application that allows you to explore Wikipedia articles around the globe. Whether you’re curious about what’s near your current location or you want to embark on a virtual journey, Wiki Map has you covered. It features modes like World Tour, Quick Explore, and Nearby Entries, making it easy to discover fascinating facts about places around the world.
App Store link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wiki-map-explore-the-world/id6742522164
- World Tour: Automatically “travels” to a series of locations worldwide, displaying relevant Wikipedia entries.
- Quick Explore: Quickly find nearby points of interest based on your current location or a searched location.
- Nearby Entries: Instantly fetch Wikipedia articles for places right around you.
- Search Locations: Enter any place name or coordinate to jump directly there on the map.
- Multi-Device Support: Optimized for both iPhone and iPad displays.
Note: This project is currently not open-sourced. The README provided here is for informational purposes only.
Below are a few screenshots showcasing Wiki Map on iPad and iPhone:
| iPad - World Tour (Europe) | iPhone - World Tour (Australia) |
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| iPhone - Quick Explore (Argentina) | iPhone - Default Location (New York) |
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- Global Exploration: Discover Wikipedia entries for virtually any location in the world.
- Interactive Map: Pinch, zoom, and pan to explore the map. Tap markers to read short summaries of Wikipedia articles.
- Multiple Modes: Choose between World Tour, Quick Explore, and Nearby Entries to customize how you discover new places.
- Search Bar: Look up any city, landmark, or coordinate to instantly jump there.
- iPad & iPhone Optimized: Enjoy a tailored experience whether you’re on a larger iPad screen or a more compact iPhone display.
- Launch the App: Open Wiki Map on your iOS device.
- Choose a Mode:
- World Tour: Tap World Tour to begin an automated trip through various locations.
- Quick Explore: Tap Quick Explore to find interesting spots near you (or around a chosen location).
- Nearby Entries: Instantly see Wikipedia articles around your current location.
- Search: Type a location name or coordinate in the search bar to jump directly there.
- Read & Learn: Tap on a pin or location to see a short summary of the Wikipedia article.
- Stop Tour (if needed): Tap Stop Tour to pause the automatic travel if you want to explore a particular location more deeply.
- iOS 13.0 or later
- Internet connection (for fetching Wikipedia data)
- Compatible with iPhone and iPad
Q: Is this app affiliated with Wikipedia?
A: No, Wiki Map is an independent project and is not officially affiliated with Wikipedia or the Wikimedia Foundation.
Q: Why can’t I see any results for certain locations?
A: Some remote areas may have fewer or no Wikipedia entries. Try searching for nearby cities or landmarks to find relevant articles.
Q: Can I bookmark or save locations for later?
A: Future versions may include a bookmarking feature. For now, you can manually search and revisit any location at any time.
For support, feedback, or suggestions, please contact us at [email protected].
Wiki Map is a closed-source project (at present) and uses the public Wikipedia API to fetch article data.