LEGO announces biggest set ever, a world map with 11,695 pieces

The new LEGO Art World Map contains the most pieces ever in a set: 11,695. The completed piece is 25.5' x 40.5'. Available June 1, the set will go for $249.99. From LEGO:

Customisable brick-built pins can be placed to mark out destinations already visited or highlight those still on the builder's bucket list to give this masterpiece a personal twist before it's proudly displayed.  — Read the rest