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Há 6 horas · In the wake of the Reconquista, Portuguese sailors began exploring the coast of Africa and the Atlantic archipelagos in 1418–1419, using recent developments in navigation, cartography, and maritime technology such as the caravel, with the aim of finding a sea route to the source of the lucrative spice trade.
Há 4 dias · In search of fame and fortune, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan (c. 1480-1521) set out from Spain in 1519 with a fleet of five ships to discover a western sea route to the Spice Islands. En route he discovered what is now known as the Strait of Magellan and became the first European to cross the Pacific Ocean.
Há 3 dias · Treaty of Tordesillas, (June 7, 1494), agreement between Spain and Portugal aimed at settling conflicts over lands newly discovered or explored by Christopher Columbus and other late 15th-century voyagers.
Há 4 dias · With the end of Portuguese reconquista and integration in the European Middle Age economy, the Portuguese were at the forefront of maritime exploration of the Age of Discovery, expanding to become the first global empire.
Há 2 dias · He had been the leading patron of maritime exploration by Portugal and immediately following his death, exploration lapsed. Henry's patronage had shown that profits could be made from the trade that followed the discovery of new lands.
Há 5 dias · Portuguese explorers played a significant role in the Age of Discoveries. Explorers like Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan put Portugal on the map as pioneers of maritime exploration. The Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, is a paradise for nature lovers.
Há 5 dias · The Tower of Belém in Lisbon, Portugal, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its blend of Gothic and Manueline architecture, intricate maritime motifs, and panoramic views of the city. Visiting the Tower of Belém is like stepping back in time to Portugal’s seafaring history, with its rich historical significance, resilience ...
