Monster Essays - Marco Polo
Marco Polo
Marco Polo is one of the most well-known heroic travelers and
traders around the world. In my paper I will discuss with you Marco Polo's
life, his travels, and his visit to China to see the great Khan. Marco
Polo was born in c.1254 in Venice. He was a Venetian explorer and merchant
whose account of his travels in Asia was the primary source for the
European image of the Far East until the late 19th century.
Marco's father, Niccolù, and his uncle Maffeo had traveled to
China (1260-69) as merchants. When they left (1271) Venice to return to
China, they were accompanied by 17-year-old Marco and two priests. Early
Life Despite his endu....
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