I think they were crazy for gold and precious stones.
The Portuguese wanted to explore Asia to find new trade routes and sources of wealth, particularly in spices, silk, and other luxury goods. They also aimed to expand their empire and spread Christianity to regions in Asia.
Portuguese explorers established trade routes to Asia, particularly in the Indian Ocean region, and brought back valuable goods like spices and silks to Europe. They also discovered and colonized territories in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, leading to the spread of Portuguese culture and influence in those regions.
The Portuguese focused on establishing trade routes to Asia, while the Spanish focused on colonizing the Americas. The Portuguese reached India by sailing around Africa, while the Spanish reached the Americas by sailing west across the Atlantic.
French explorer Jacques Cartier is credited for being the first European to explore the St. Lawrence River in 1534. He sailed up the river in search of a passage to Asia, claiming the land for France.
French explorer Jacques Cartier is credited with being the first European to explore the St. Lawrence River in 1534. Cartier was seeking a passage to Asia but instead ended up exploring the eastern coast of North America, including the St. Lawrence River.
The Portuguese commercial expansion overseas in the 16th century resulted in the establishment of a vast trading network that connected Europe with regions like Africa, Asia, and the Americas. This expansion enabled Portugal to dominate the spice trade, establish colonies, and pave the way for further European exploration and colonization in the following centuries.
The Portuguese wanted to explore Africa and Asia to see what different artifacts they could find.
Yes, and they did.
The Portuguese wanted to explore Africa and Asia to see what different artifacts they could find.
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They wanted to gain a sea port.
The first European power to explore East Asia was Portugal. Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama reached India in 1498, establishing a direct sea route from Europe to Asia. The Portuguese would later extend their exploration to other parts of East Asia, including Japan and China.
to explore
he wanted to explore because he wante dto find a passage to Asia
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He wanted to find a northwestern passage into Asia. =)
Sea travel is faster than over land travel.
Africa