Vasco da Gama
Learn About His Greatness!
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You will find a great deal of key information that will guide you to understand Vasco da Gama's amazing journey!
So Why Did He Go?
Vasco da Gama sailed to India for trading. He went there as the Europeans wanted the silk and spices from Asia. Kind Manuel funded his trip.
Event Information
Vasco's Memorial
Learn about Vasco da Gama and his tragic death of malaria, in India! Food and drink will be provided.
When?
Saturday, Dec 24, 2016, 05:30 PM
Where?
Cochin, Kerala, India
So Why Was He So Great???
Vasco da Gama was the first person ever to sail around Africa to India, in 1497! How amazing was he? Am I right???
All About Da Gama!
Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese explorer. He was born in the mid- 1400s (roughly 1460). He was born in a small coastal city called Sines, in his homeland, Portugal. Later on in life, he was on a third trip to India, where he died. He died in a city by the name of Cochin.
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