What European country led to exploration?

Portugal was a key European country that led the Age of Exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries. Under the guidance of Prince Henry the Navigator, Portuguese explorers developed new maritime techniques and technologies, enabling them to navigate the African coast and eventually reach India and Brazil. This pioneering spirit in exploration significantly contributed to global trade and the establishment of overseas empires. Other countries, such as Spain, soon followed suit, further expanding European exploration.