Maritime Transport and Exploration

Maritime transport and exploration refer to the movement of goods and people via oceans, rivers, and other waterways, as well as the journeys undertaken to discover new lands or trade routes. In historical geography, this involves studying how waterways shaped societies, economies, and settlements over time. Ships enabled trade between cultures, facilitated the spread of ideas, and affected geopolitical dynamics. The impact of maritime activities can be seen in the development of coastal cities, the establishment of trade networks, and the exchange of resources, leading to significant cultural and economic transformations throughout history.