Building on previous world map solutions—either officially approved but misaligned or precisely georeferenced but non-compliant—we present Amap's dataset that combines regulatory compliance, spatial accuracy, and practical usability.
Source:
Amap DistrictLayer API
Technical Specifications
- Format: GeoJSON/SHP
- Approval Number: GS(2021)648
- Coordinate System: WGS84 (implied, aligns with EPSG:4326)
- Coordinate Accuracy: Verified against reference datasets
Advantages
- Regulatory Compliance: Official GS approval number
- Precision Alignment: Correct georeferencing
- Complete Attributes: Includes Chinese place names
Limitations
- Simplified Boundaries: Generalization sacrifices detail
(Comparison: Amap vs. detailed reference) - Update Currency: 2021 vintage may lack recent changes
Recommended Applications
- Frontend visualizations
- Thematic mapping requiring compliance
- Projects needing Chinese-language attributes
"For web visualization and standard cartography, this dataset delivers regulatory compliance without compromising practical utility. Minor boundary simplifications are negligible for most use cases."