- Established a direct sea route from Europe to Asia, bypassing the Middle East and the Ottoman Empire.
- Led to the expansion of European trade and commerce, as well as the rise of the Portuguese Empire.
- Opened up new areas for exploration and colonization, such as India, China, and Southeast Asia.
- Contributed to the Age of Discovery and the Scientific Revolution.
- Led to the establishment of the Dutch Cape Colony in 1652.
- The Cape of Good Hope became an important strategic location for trade and military purposes.
