Marco Polo
Italian merchant and explorer of China
Born
Died
1324
702 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Italy
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Born in 1254, a Venetian merchant and explorer traveled extensively through Asia, particularly China, during the late 13th century. The journey lasted 24 years and introduced Europeans to Central Asia and China. The accounts of travels were documented in a book titled 'The Travels of Marco Polo,' which provided detailed descriptions of the geography, culture, and practices of the time.
Traveled extensively through Asia
Documented travels in 'The Travels of Marco Polo'
Served Kublai Khan for several years
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