When the World Knocked on Calicut’s Shores: Vasco da Gama, the Spice Route, and the Zomorin

This episode explores Calicut's historical significance as a hub of the Indian Ocean spice trade, detailing Vasco da Gama's arrival in 1498 and the Zomorin's resistance to Portuguese influence. It examines how the spice route impacted global trade and continues to shape…

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