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Explorer Vasco da Gama was born in Sines, Portugal, around 1460. In 1497, he was commissioned by the Portuguese king to find a maritime route to the East. His success in doing so proved to be one of the more instrumental moments in the history of navigation.

Vasco da Gama is known for discovering the route via sea to reach Asia.

  • Vasco da Gama from Portugal took a voyage from Africa to India in 1415.
  • The Portuguese success in the Indian Ocean because of their naval gunnery and timing.
  • Portuguese established trading with India and China for its spices, silk and porcelain.  
  • During the 16th century, the Portuguese were the only ones to establish a maritime enterprise in the Indian Ocean.

Therefore, we can conclude that Vasco da Gama found the sea route to reach Asia, especially India.

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