Zheng He's Voyages

1405 CE · Nanjing, Çin · exploration

In the early 15th century, the Chinese admiral Zheng He carried out a series of naval expeditions into the Indian Ocean with large fleets on behalf of the Ming Dynasty.

The fleet reached the coasts of Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and East Africa. The expeditions displayed China's diplomatic connections and its influence in maritime trade.

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What was Zheng He's Voyages?
In the early 15th century, the Chinese admiral Zheng He carried out a series of naval expeditions into the Indian Ocean with large fleets on behalf of the Ming Dynasty.
When did Zheng He's Voyages happen?
1405 CE
Where did Zheng He's Voyages take place?
Nanjing, Çin