Marco Polo's Journey to China

1271 CE · Venedik → Çin · exploration

In the last quarter of the 13th century, the Venetian merchant Marco Polo undertook a long journey to Asia along the Silk Road together with his father and uncle.

He spent years in China, which was under the dominion of Kublai Khan. After his return, his account relating his observations became an important source that increased knowledge of and interest in the East in Europe.

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What was Marco Polo's Journey to China?
In the last quarter of the 13th century, the Venetian merchant Marco Polo undertook a long journey to Asia along the Silk Road together with his father and uncle.
When did Marco Polo's Journey to China happen?
1271 CE
Where did Marco Polo's Journey to China take place?
Venedik → Çin