Biography of vasco da gama

Vasco da Gama (born c. , Sines, Portugal—died Decem, Cochin, India) was a Portuguese navigator whose voyages to India (–99, –03, ) opened up the sea route from western Europe to the East by way of the Cape of Good Hope. His discovery of the first direct maritime route between Europe and India via the Cape of Good Hope and across the Indian Ocean from Malindi in Kenya to Kozhikode was to open up European exploration of, and commerce with, India, and is considered a landmark event and a turning point in World history. 3[4]. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was commissioned by the Portuguese king to find a maritime route to the East. He was the first person to sail directly from Europe to India.