First the bad map. This map here is just offensive to the eyes. While reading the web page that accompanied this map, I found that the colors mean nothing, which makes it worse. More than that, the map needs to be simplified to make it usable. Overall, a useless map for all but the most basic of directions.
This is my pick for a good map. It is a map of Sri Lanka land use. It has a legend that makes finding the information easy and quick. There is very little "mapcrap" outside of the publishing information (which is arguably not "mapcrap"). It gives the user the full picture, is properly simplified, and contains the contrasting color hues that do not misrepresent the information.
Wow..not sure what to say first! That is a really bad map. The colors are just plain offensive. With these two maps you have clearly shown the difference between good and bad design. Nicely done!
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