Historical Events
Gama Reaches the Cape
Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama reaches the Cape of Good Hope
1497 Highlights
About November 18, 1497
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 526 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey