Which map is regarded as the 'mother of all Philippine maps'?

• A. Carta Hydugraphica y Chorographica de las Islas Filipinas
• B. Murillo-Velarde map
• C. World Map of the Philippines
• D. Luzon Map

Answer: (B)

The main idea behind this question is recognizing the most influential early map of the Philippines. The Murillo Velarde map stands out because it was the most complete and accurate depiction of the Philippine archipelago produced in the 18th century. Drawn by Jesuit priest Pedro Murillo Velarde and published in 1734, it Synthesizes information from Spanish surveys, missionary reports, and existing cartography to present coastlines, islands, major towns, rivers, and administrative divisions in a single, coherent view. Its breadth and level of detail set a new standard and it served as the reference for generations of maps that followed. While other maps are significant, none match its combination of comprehensive coverage and lasting influence in Philippine cartography.