The National Library has the country's largest collection of his works (over 20 volumes). Was dedicated to the anniversary date
exhibition " World Atlas Cartography », launched by the Library in March 2012 is the first time exhibited original maps and atlases of the great master .
Mercator we owe the invention of the method of constructing charts , which is used to this day. However, he was more than just a cartographer. He distinguished himself at various times as a manufacturer of scientific instruments, an engraver and calligrapher. Equally impressive are his deep interest in mathematics, astronomy , cosmography , history, philosophy and theology, as well as in the study of terrestrial magnetism.