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In the 15th century, Europeans explored the East for business opportunities and to bring fame and fortune to their land. Great explorers ventured into the unknown and the Age of Exploration began. This exhibition takes you through the great shipping routes and adventures of Columbus, Da Gama, Magellan, and others. The interactive exhibition explores the technologies that enabled them to cross the ocean and relives the era when the world map was radically changed by the Europeans.
What reasons drove European explorers to the sea, despite the danger? Explore these historical events and make surprising discoveries!
Which instruments worked its magic on the high seas? Come and see the wonderful inventions of the cross-staff, the astrolabe, and other navigational tools!
The ocean became an international arena, headed by the Spanish and the Portuguese. This film combines real sceneries with animation to tell their interesting seafaring tales.
Do you know what challenges the sailors might face? Play oceanic "Monopoly" and see who will walk away with riches!
The East and West go on a fascinating adventure at sea. This area introduces famous sailors and their shipping routes. It also displays the sailboats and the marine charts of Columbus and Zheng He.
In an era that the only power source was wind, how important was the sail? Find out by playing a game about speed on the sea!
As the face of the world was uncovered by Europe, life of local people in Asia, Africa, and America changed. How did these ‘outsiders’ effect the local culture?
The Inca Empire faces cannons fired by the Spaniards! Can you succeed in the simulated battle to save the ancient city?
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 No. 50-60 , Beishan Lane, Nanshan Village, Cijin District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan 805, R.O.C
Tel: +886-7-5716688 / Fax: +886-7-5710999 / Designed & Program by: FADNOR Interactive Media Inc. |
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