List of Portuguese Colonies in India
Here’s a table listing the Portuguese colonies in India:
Colony | Location | Period of Colonization |
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Goa | Western coast of India | 1510–1961 |
Daman and Diu | Western coast of India | 1535–1961 |
Dadra and Nagar Haveli | Western coast of India | 1779–1954 (Dadra) 1882–1954 (Nagar Haveli) |
Chaul | Maharashtra, India | 1521–1740 |
Bombay Island | Maharashtra, India | 1534–1661 |
Salsette Island | Maharashtra, India | 1534–1739 |
Bassein | Maharashtra, India | 1535–1739 |
Korlai | Maharashtra, India | 1510–1630 |
Angediva | Karnataka, India | 1498–1843 |
Cannanore | Kerala, India | 1502–1663 |
Cochin | Kerala, India | 1500–1663 |
Quilon | Kerala, India | 1502–1661 |
Mylapore | Tamil Nadu, India | 1523–1749 |
Portuguese India
Portuguese India, from the 16th to the mid-20th century, is a crucial part of history. Explorers like Vasco da Gama set up colonies along the western coast of the Indian subcontinent. During this time, Portugal left a lasting impact on trade, language, and architecture in key areas like Goa, creating a mix of cultures. In this article, we’ll look into the history of Portuguese India, its exploration, colonization, and its lasting effects.
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