Johan Nieuhof

Dutch traveler and author

Johan Nieuhof - Explorers & Adventurers born July 22nd, 1618
Born
Died

1672
354 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

Netherlands

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Born in 1618, a Dutch traveler who documented voyages to Brazil, the Caribbean, and the East Indies. Wrote extensively about the cultures and people encountered during these travels, with notable publications detailing the geography and customs of the regions. His accounts served as important references for European knowledge of these areas during the 17th century.

Authored 'A New World' documenting Brazil

Provided detailed observations of East Indies cultures

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