What causes led to Spanish Empire's exploration of new lands? What were the consequences of the Spanish Empire exploring new lands?

The motives for Spanish exploration was to find Northwest Passage, which they believed was a direct and efficient route to the Orient - home of spices, silks and wealth.

Explanation:

The Spanish explorers were in search of mineral wealth, looking for El Dorado (the City of Gold) and they aspired to spread Christianity.

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