To find a water route to Asia.
To find a water route to Asia.
to tell Columbus that he did not find India he had found a new world!
she financed cristopher columbus' journey to the new world
He made three voyages of discovery to the new world.
the New World of North America to spread the Gospel.
To find an all-water route to Asia
To find a new trade route to Asia
A route to Asia, which was the purpose of his exploration.
Columbus was trying to find an eastern route to India when he ran into the western hemisphere instead. This journey led to the discovery of the New World which later was names the Americas.
In his journal, Columbus emphasizes the purpose of his journey as the quest for new trade routes and the expansion of Christianity. He expresses a strong desire to find a direct passage to Asia, particularly to access valuable spices and resources. Additionally, Columbus highlights his mission to claim new lands for Spain and spread the Christian faith among indigenous peoples. Overall, his writings reflect a blend of economic ambition and religious zeal.
To find a new trade route to Asia
1492