The Pinta was a historic sailing vessel, most famously known for being one of the three ships used by Christopher Columbus during his first voyage to the Americas in 1492. It was a caravel-type vessel, which was a type of ship that was popular during the 15th and 16th centuries due to its maneuverability and speed. The Pinta was captained by Martin Alonso Pinzon, who was a Spanish explorer and merchant.