The Manila Galleon: Spain's Pacific Treasure Route

In this episode of The Story of Spain, Lucas and Luna explore the Manila Galleon trade that connected Asia and the Americas from 1565 to 1815. They trace the route from Acapulco to Manila, the ships called naos de la China, the precious cargoes of silver and silk, and the impact on global commerce. The story covers the founding of Manila by Miguel López de Legazpi, the navigational breakthrough of the tornaviaje by Andrés de Urdaneta, the galleon's crew and conditions at sea, and the economic consequences for Spain, China, and the indigenous peoples of the Philippines and Mexico. Along the way, they touch on the galleon's role in spreading Asian goods and ideas to the Spanish Empire, the dangers of pirates and storms, and the eventual decline of the trade route. This episode offers a vivid look at a lesser-known but vital chapter of Spanish history. #ManilaGalleon #GaleónDeManila #NaosDeLaChina #AndrésDeUrdaneta #MiguelLópezDeLegazpi #Tornaviaje #Acapulco #Manila #CarreraDeIndias #SilverTrade #ChineseSilk #SpanishEmpire #Philippines #PacificTrade #16thCentury #History #FexingoHistory #Spain Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo