<P> From the very beginning of mapmaking, maps "have been made for some particular purpose or set of purposes". The intent of the map should be illustrated in a manner in which the percipient acknowledges its purpose in a timely fashion . The term percipient refers to the person receiving information and was coined by Robinson . The principle of figure - ground refers to this notion of engaging the user by presenting a clear presentation, leaving no confusion concerning the purpose of the map . This will enhance the user's experience and keep his attention . If the user is unable to identify what is being demonstrated in a reasonable fashion, the map may be regarded as useless . </P> <P> Making a meaningful map is the ultimate goal . Alan MacEachren explains that a well designed map "is convincing because it implies authenticity" (1994, pp. 9). An interesting map will no doubt engage a reader . Information richness or a map that is multivariate shows relationships within the map . Showing several variables allows comparison, which adds to the meaningfulness of the map . This also generates hypothesis and stimulates ideas and perhaps further research . In order to convey the message of the map, the creator must design it in a manner which will aid the reader in the overall understanding of its purpose . The title of a map may provide the "needed link" necessary for communicating that message, but the overall design of the map fosters the manner in which the reader interprets it (Monmonier, 1993, pp. 93). </P> <P> In the 21st century it is possible to find a map of virtually anything from the inner workings of the human body to the virtual worlds of cyberspace . Therefore, there are now a huge variety of different styles and types of map--for example, one area which has evolved a specific and recognisable variation are those used by public transport organisations to guide passengers, namely urban rail and metro maps, many of which are loosely based on 45 degree angles as originally perfected by Harry Beck and George Dow . </P> <P> Most maps use text to label places and for such things as the map title, legend and other information . Although maps are often made in one specific language, place names often differ between languages . So a map made in English may use the name Germany for that country, while a German map would use Deutschland and a French map Allemagne . A non-native term for a place is referred to as an exonym . </P>

Where is the legend of a map usually located