Christopher Columbus's voyages refer to the series of expeditions led by the Italian explorer, Christopher Columbus, in the late 15th century. These voyages were sponsored by a European country and aimed to find a western sea route to Asia.
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Spain: Spain provided financial support and sponsorship for Christopher Columbus's voyages.
Exploration: Exploration refers to the act of traveling to new lands or territories in order to discover or learn about them.
New World: The term "New World" is used to describe the continents of North and South America that were discovered by Europeans during their explorations.