What is iberian empires?

The Iberian empires refer to the colonial empires established by Portugal and Spain in the 15th to 19th centuries, respectively. These empires had a significant impact on global history during the Age of Exploration.

Portugal's empire included territories in Africa, Asia, and South America. Its main commercial activity was trade in spices, gold, and slaves. Portugal also established a trading post empire in the Indian Ocean, which connected the Far East with Europe and Africa.

Spain, on the other hand, conquered most of Central and South America, the Philippines, and parts of North America. Its empire was primarily focused on exploiting natural resources like gold, silver, and other precious metals.

Both empires have left lasting impacts on the cultures and traditions of the regions they colonized. The Iberian languages and customs are still prevalent in modern-day Latin America and parts of Africa. However, the empires were also responsible for significant exploitation, colonization, and enslavement of people and continue to be contentious subjects.