The Catalan Atlas, created by Abraham Cresques reveals that he had a relatively accurate and detailed understanding of Africa compared to European cartographers of the time. The map portrays Africa as a continent with a rich and diverse landscape, featuring mountains, rivers, deserts, and various regions labeled with different kingdoms and cities. The Catalan Atlas includes depictions of thriving cities, trading routes, and ships along the African coast, indicating that Cresques understood the importance of trade and cultural exchange in the region. Africa is depicted as an integral part of the known world, with trade routes extending across the Mediterranean and connecting to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.