Open-source fractal maps [closed]

Question

I'm interested in creating a game that uses fractal maps for more realistic geography. However, the only fractal map programs I have found are Windows-only, for example Fractal Mapper. Needless to say, they are also not open-sourced.

Are there any open-sourced fractal map creators available, preferably in Python or C/C++? Ideally I would like something that can be "plugged into" a program, rather then being standalone.

Answer 1

Fracplanet may be of use.

Answer 2

Basic terrain generation involves creating a height map (an image) and rendering it using the pixel colour as height. So you may find image or texture generation code useful. This is a good tutorial.