Which explorer discovered the sea route to India by rounding the Cape of Good Hope?

Vasco de Gama

This exploration by Vasco da Gama not only marked a turning point in the history of navigation but also laid the foundations for the golden age of discovery. By opening the maritime route to India, da Gama facilitated unprecedented direct access to the riches of Asia. This feat not only increased the wealth and power of Portugal, making it a maritime superpower, but also intensified the competition among European powers for exploration and colonization. The impact of this event is still felt today, in the way nations interact and in the globalization of our global economy.