Across
- 1. A Southeast Asian state that controlled a key maritime chokepoint and became a hub for trade and cultural exchange.
- 4. A region in India that thrived as a trading hub due to its strategic location and connections to the Indian Ocean trade routes.
- 5. A major maritime trade route connecting East Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, fostering economic and political growth.
- 7. Developments like the compass and astrolabe that improved efficiency in maritime trade.
Down
- 2. A navigational tool that revolutionized maritime trade by enabling more precise and reliable sea travel.
- 3. A collection of city-states in East Africa that became powerful trade hubs within the Indian Ocean network.
- 6. A tool used to determine latitude, facilitating long-distance navigation and trade in the Indian Ocean network.