The Discovery Of America (luxury world cruises) Columbus
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Christopher Columbus was born in the busy Italian seaport of Genoa and would have made many shorter sea voyages during his youth.
His brother, Bartholomew Columbus, was a cartographer in Lisbon, and the 25 year-old Cristbal joined him in 1476.
In 1484 the Portuguese were already working on a way to Asia by going around the coast of Africa, and rejected Christopher’s theories that the Indies could be reached by sailing west around the world.
Columbus moved to Spain, and initially met similar rejections from a Spanish royal commission. In April 1492 his persistence finally paid off as Ferdinand V, king of Castile, and Queen Isabella agreed to sponsor his expedition with promises of riches and nobility for the navigator if his theories were right.
Christopher Columbus made a total of four voyages from Spain to what he called the New World, between 1492 and 1504.
The first voyage set sail from Palos, Spain, on August 3, 1492, with Christopher Columbus in the Santa Mara; accompanied by the Nia and the Pinta, and less than one hundred men.
The mast of the Pinta was damaged after three days and they were forced to drop anchor in the Canaries to repair it. The three vessels weighed anchor again on September 6 and sailed west.
After more than a month at sea, the crew could have been forgiven for thinking that their commander had lost his way and perhaps his marbles too. Columbus altered course to the south-west and the men soon saw signs that they were approaching land.
Early on the morning of October 12th land was indeed sighted, and a landing party arrived on an island in the Bahamas and named it San Salvador. The natives must have been surprised to hear that their island now belonged to Spain.
Over the next few weeks landings were also made on Cuba, named Juana by Columbus, and Espaola, now known as Hispaniola and shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Columbus believed that they had arrived in the Indies.
The Santa Mara was wrecked off the coast of Espaola in December, and a temporary fort, La Navidad, was built of materials salvaged from the vessel. Columbus returned to Spain in the Nia, accompanied by the Pinta.
Columbus’ fleet on the second voyage was made up of 17 ships and one and a half thousand men. They left Spain in September 1493 and made landings on the islands of Dominica, Guadeloupe, and Antigua.
When the fleet arrived at La Navidad, on November 27th, Columbus found that the fort had been destroyed and its men killed. The colony of Isabella was then founded as the first settlement of Europeans in the New World.
Columbus went on to explore the coast of Cuba again, and was adamant that they had found a part of the Asian mainland. Jamaica was also added to the new map.
Enough about Columbus, his day is past and he treated the natives poorly. He even tried to introduce them as slaves to Spain.
The continent that celebrates Columbus Day is actually named after Amerigo Vespucci, another Italian navigator who explored the northern coast of South America between 1499 and 1500, and told the world that they had discovered a new continent.
Columbus might have beaten you to the Americas, but there is still scope to be adventurous, and to feel afloat in the sea of chance; with luck the compass and faith the sextant.
Christopher Columbus was born in the busy Italian seaport of Genoa and would have made many shorter sea voyages during his youth.
His brother, Bartholomew Columbus, was a cartographer in Lisbon, and the 25 year-old Cristbal joined him in 1476.
In 1484 the Portuguese were already working on a way to Asia by going around the coast of Africa, and rejected Christopher’s theories that the Indies could be reached by sailing west around the world.
Columbus moved to Spain, and initially met similar rejections from a Spanish royal commission. In April 1492 his persistence finally paid off as Ferdinand V, king of Castile, and Queen Isabella agreed to sponsor his expedition with promises of riches and nobility for the navigator if his theories were right.
Christopher Columbus made a total of four voyages from Spain to what he called the New World, between 1492 and 1504.
The first voyage set sail from Palos, Spain, on August 3, 1492, with Christopher Columbus in the Santa Mara; accompanied by the Nia and the Pinta, and less than one hundred men.
The mast of the Pinta was damaged after three days and they were forced to drop anchor in the Canaries to repair it. The three vessels weighed anchor again on September 6 and sailed west.
After more than a month at sea, the crew could have been forgiven for thinking that their commander had lost his way and perhaps his marbles too. Columbus altered course to the south-west and the men soon saw signs that they were approaching land.
Early on the morning of October 12th land was indeed sighted, and a landing party arrived on an island in the Bahamas and named it San Salvador. The natives must have been surprised to hear that their island now belonged to Spain.
Over the next few weeks landings were also made on Cuba, named Juana by Columbus, and Espaola, now known as Hispaniola and shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Columbus believed that they had arrived in the Indies.
The Santa Mara was wrecked off the coast of Espaola in December, and a temporary fort, La Navidad, was built of materials salvaged from the vessel. Columbus returned to Spain in the Nia, accompanied by the Pinta.
Columbus’ fleet on the second voyage was made up of 17 ships and one and a half thousand men. They left Spain in September 1493 and made landings on the islands of Dominica, Guadeloupe, and Antigua.
When the fleet arrived at La Navidad, on November 27th, Columbus found that the fort had been destroyed and its men killed. The colony of Isabella was then founded as the first settlement of Europeans in the New World.
Columbus went on to explore the coast of Cuba again, and was adamant that they had found a part of the Asian mainland. Jamaica was also added to the new map.
Enough about Columbus, his day is past and he treated the natives poorly. He even tried to introduce them as slaves to Spain.
The continent that celebrates Columbus Day is actually named after Amerigo Vespucci, another Italian navigator who explored the northern coast of South America between 1499 and 1500, and told the world that they had discovered a new continent.
Columbus might have beaten you to the Americas, but there is still scope to be adventurous, and to feel afloat in the sea of chance; with luck the compass and faith the sextant.
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HOLIDAYS ! IN CANARY ISLAND
By Bobby Dhanoa
Fuerteventura is second major Canary Island and offers remarkable Spanish experiences, if considering it as your holiday destination. The island has really long beaches and is known for its cuisine, natural environment and lots of striking tourist attractions.
Following are some of the things to do when holidaying in Fuerteventura:
Spanish Finca
This countryside is not a big attraction but can be visited when holidaying in Fuerteventura for the delicacies like sauces, jams and cheese, local Craft ware and Aloe Vera. From amazing flowers, abundant plants to marvelous scenery, this attraction is worth paying a visit.
Betancuria
Capital of Fuerteventura, this part of the island is really small, but has remarkable archeological and history rich structures and museums, for those interesting holiday in Fuerteventura.
Oasis Park
This tourist attraction is spread across the area of 50000 square metre and also supports a botanical garden, as well as a zoo. Tourist and visitors can also enjoy their holiday in Fuerteventura, with the amazing camel safari and stunning views from up hills.
El Museo de La Alcogida
El Museo de La Alcogida is an open-air museum presenting the essence of rural and rustic village culture and life. The show puts forward humble and self effacing farmers, craftsmen and houses of old times, worth making it a superb tourist attraction. The museum can also be visited for experiencing the low-ceilinged and shady caf-bar, when on a holiday in Fuerteventura.
Casa Santa Mara inside Museo Artesana
This picture perfect restaurant surrounded with parasols, laurel trees, bougainvillea, and cactus garden and citrus trees. This restaurant is a tourist attraction in itself as it helps tourist and visitors unwind, when on holidaying in Fuerteventura. Some of the delicacy you can relish in this place include home made cakes and wines, Lanzarote smoke salmon and sizzling pork fillet. Best way to enjoy a great holiday in Fuerteventura is to have its local cuisine.
Islote de Lobos Nature Reserve
This tourist attraction is a natural reserve and is quite admired by tourist and visitors holidaying in Fuerteventura. Many people simply visit this reserve for tranquility, abundance of natural beauty, peace of mind and lots of recreation. The easy way to reach this attraction is via a boat ride from the land of Corralejo. Islote de Lobos does not just offers freshness and calmness, but also has breathtaking views to capture.
La Lajita Zoo
Located at the eastern coastal rural community of La Lajita, this zoo is perfect way to enjoy family time when holidaying in Fuerteventura. From small animals, camel safaris, horse rides, a parrot show, palm trees to a beautiful bar, this tourist attraction offers a lot.
Best time to visit of holiday in Fuerteventura
It is believed that the best time for a holiday in Fuerteventura is between November and February, because of less heat and not much of rain.
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