jan 1, 330 BC - Pytheas
Description:
Pytheas, a Greek explorer from around 330 B.C., is known for his daring voyages to the far reaches of the known world. He is credited with being one of the first explorers to sail to the British Isles and possibly even Iceland. Pytheas documented his observations of the people, climates, and natural phenomena he encountered, such as the midnight sun and polar ice. His journey provided valuable geographic and ethnographic information, expanding Greek knowledge of the Atlantic and Northern Europe. Pytheas's explorations were pioneering efforts that paved the way for future voyages into the northern seas.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 330 BC
Now
~ 2357 years ago