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Apple’s innovative iPad provides digital media consumers with a compelling new platform to enjoy their favorite content. National Geographic has created iPad-optimized experiences to showcase our best-in-class offerings, like our stunning photography, dynamic video, informative travel destination profiles, immersive games, and fascinating news of the natural world. We welcome new and existing enthusiasts on iPad. Discover how you can enjoy National Geographic on iPad today!

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    National Geographic Magazine

    Subscribe to National Geographic Magazine on iPad and experience a new way of storytelling!

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    National Geographic Traveler Magazine

    Subscribe to National Geographic Traveler magazine on iPad. Let National Geographic's knowledgeable experts guide you with valuable insights on extraordinary destinations and one-of-a-kind places all around the world.

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    The World

    Explore the planet through an interactive globe featuring several base maps and zoom in to see flags and facts for every nation on Earth. Enjoy instant access to a growing number of award-winning maps and hundreds of photos, many taken by National Geographic fans. Share your own maps with friends on Facebook, Twitter, and email.

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    Weird But True

    Did you know that girls have more taste buds than boys do? Or that slugs have 3,000 teeth and 4 noses? Based on the phenomenally popular department in National Geographic Kids magazine and best-selling book franchise, Weird But True is now available for iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad!

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    50 Greatest Photographs

    National Geographic has searched its vast archives to find its most memorable photographs. Now you can go behind the scenes to hear from the photographers themselves exactly how and where they got the amazing shots. You can even check out the "near-frames" and judge for yourself which photos make the cut.  Share, watch videos, and more.

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    50 Places of a Lifetime

    Inspiring and authoritative, 50 Places of a Lifetime showcases the world’s greatest destinations, chosen by National Geographic's family of globe-trotting contributors.  Stunning locales come alive through personal essays from great writers, gorgeous photo galleries, 360-degree panoramas, video, maps, insider facts—and an interactive checklist for your own places of a lifetime.

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    Trail Maps

    Navigate backcountry or your urban jungle. This app provides all the tools necessary for planning and going on your outdoor excursions, including seamless USGS topographic maps and high-resolution Microsoft Bing aerial images you can download onto your device, so there is no need for network access while you are on the trail. Track your trail hikes, mountain biking, runs, or just your walk around town.

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    GeoBee Challenge HD

    Do you have what it takes to be the next National Geographic Bee Champion? Find out the fun way with the new GeoBee Challenge! Three types of game play make sure you really know your stuff and never get bored.

     


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    World Atlas HD Application

    National Geographic maps have a long history. During World War II, President Roosevelt and his staff relied on National Geographic maps for war planning. Today, our cartography is available in various digital forms like the World Atlas HD application for iPad. Navigate maps with a few swipes and taps.

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    Build It Green: Back to the Beach

    Paradise Island is in trouble and it’s up to you turn it around. Manage your finances and materials to construct a variety of buildings, from eco-friendly condos to organic vineyards and hydro-power stations. And enjoy a bonus selection of fun mini-games!

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