Uncover pivotal moments in South Asian history as Portuguese explorers charted new maritime routes. Edited by acclaimed Sri Lankan historian Chandra R. de Silva, this essential volume presents translated primary texts detailing the dramatic early encounters between Portuguese navigators and the peoples of Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Delve into fascinating accounts of arrival, diplomatic relations with Kandyan and Jaffna kingdoms, and the complex dynamics of the Indian Ocean trade during the Age of Discoveries. A must-read for scholars, students of South Asian history, and anyone keen on colonial encounters and maritime heritage.