Vasco Da Gama Discovered the sea route via the "CAPE OF GOOD HOPE"(Modern History of India) #history
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Vasco da Gama (1460s–1524) was a Portuguese explorer who played a crucial role in the Age of Discovery by establishing the first sea route from Europe to India. In 1498, he became the first European to reach India by sea, bypassing the overland trade routes dominated by Middle Eastern and Italian merchants. His voyage opened the door for direct maritime trade between Europe and Asia, significantly impacting global commerce and the spread of European colonial influence.

Key facts about Vasco da Gama:

Voyages: He led two major expeditions to India (1497–1499 and 1502–1503), cementing Portuguese dominance in the Indian Ocean.

Role: He was later appointed as the Viceroy of Portuguese India.

Legacy: Vasco da Gama's expeditions marked the beginning of the Portuguese colonial empire and ushered in an era of European global exploration and expansion.

Death: He died in Cochin (modern-day Kochi, India) in 1524 while serving as the Viceroy.

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