Canvas Painting ,A large, yellowfin tuna swims through the blue water, a splash of white water frothing by its side Maldives, fishing is...

The Canvas painting .Indian ocean Nutmeg war depicts a stylized map of Indian ocean with two war ships, a compass, a nutmeg fruit, and...

A Canvas Painting a Roman galley ship with a full sail, positioned prominently before an antique nautical map and compass. The map features two Roman Denarius coin with Roman figures Augustus 27 BC to AD 14, period. The Indian Ocean has long served as a vital artery for global trade, connecting the Mediterranean, the Middle East, East Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Among the intricate web of maritime trade routes, the Maldives, a strategically located archipelago

Credit researchgate.net The Indian Ocean monsoon trade wind system, with its biannual reversal, has significantly influenced maritime trade and navigation for centuries, enabling sailors to travel between India, East Africa, and beyond. Similarly, dragonfly migration systems are remarkable, with species like the globe skimmer (Pantala flavescens) traveling thousands of miles across the Indian Ocean, often aligning with monsoon winds. These migrations, driven by seasonal weath

Canvas Painting 60x90. Al-Idrisi, a 12th-century Arab geographer, King Roger II of Sicily Guiding Ancient Navigation and Trade in the...

Maldivians traveling abroad are documented in a Chinese record from the Tang Dynasty, composed between 785 and 805 A.D. This document notes two visits by Maldivians to China, the first in 658 A.D. and the second in 662 A.D., during the reign of Maldivian King Baladitiya (Pelliot 1904). The Chinese scribes recorded: After a four-day journey from Sri Lanka, one reaches the country of Mo-lai (Maldives), located at the southernmost frontier of South India. In the third year and e

Cowrie and Other Natural Materials Initially, different natural elements served as money. Among these, cowrie was a notable item, first...

During the reign of Sultana Amina ( Daughter of Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar II ) for a period of three days, the smoke remained intensely...

Tabriz bazaar Silk Route Iran A plaque in the Hukuru Mosque, Malé, Maldives, installed by Sultan Ibrahim Iskandhar I, bears the name of...

During the reign of Dhiyamigili Dynasty, King Ibrahim Iskander II , in 1735, the English ship Drake, under Capt. Pelly, picked up ten...

Cypraea Monetaria moneta The cowry route, which refers to the extensive trade network that utilized cowry shells as a form of currency,...

The Portuguese Conceicao was a vessel of significant importance during its time, and its ill-fated journey began when it departed from the bustling port of Lisbon on April 1, 1555. This ship, laden with precious cargo and a diverse crew, was destined for distant shores but met a tragic end when it crashed upon the unforgiving rocks of Peros Banhos, located in the Chagos Archipelago, specifically within the Foalhavahi Atoll, which is recognized as the southernmost atoll of the

The Maldives, an archipelago comprised of over 1,000 islands, is well-known for its breathtaking beaches and vibrant marine life....

Trade in Cowries and Coir From ancient times, cowries have held symbolic significance. Their ability to be exchanged for essential goods...

The Indian Ocean has served as a vital crossroads for trade and culture. Among the many seafarers who traversed its waters, the...

The Persia Merchant In August 1658, five months after leaving England, the Persia Merchant was shipwrecked on Maamakunudhoo Atoll while...

Shipwrecks are fascinating not just because of their tragic endings, but also because of the rich histories they represent. The Ravesteyn...

The wreck of the Cobin ship, a notable maritime incident in the Maldives, is closely associated with the renowned French sailor François...

The Indian Ocean trade route has been a significant maritime pathway for centuries, facilitating the exchange of goods, culture, and...