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+Mapnik is a Free Toolkit for developing mapping applications using a C++
+API or Python bindings.
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+Mapnik can be used for both desktop map design and web development.
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+Optional dependencies:
+- gdal: for GDAL and OGR plugin support
+- postgis: for PostGIS plugin support
+- cairomm: for PDF, PS and SVG support