+A **thematic map** visually represents the geographic distribution of a specific theme or [data](/wiki/Data). Unlike a [reference map](/wiki/Reference_Map), its primary purpose is to tell a focused story about a particular phenomenon, revealing patterns across space.
+## See also
+- [Cartography](/wiki/Cartography)
+- [GIS](/wiki/GIS)
+- [Choropleth](/wiki/Choropleth)
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