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Marco Polo

Marco Polo was a Venetian explorer and merchant. He was one of the first Westerners to travel through Asia and visit Kublai Khan. Marco Polo wrote “Il Milione” which introduced Europeans to China and Central Asia.

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Why was Marco Polo put in jail?

He was captured in war against the Genoans.

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At the time of Marco Polo's return to his home city of Venice, Venice and Genoa were at war. He was caught by the Genoese, probably in a battle, but the details are unknown. Tradition has it that he was captured at the Battle of Curzola, in 1298. He was released in August of 1299

How did Marco Polo encourage exploration?

he inspired peoplebecause no one thought that it was possible to do such things or see such things. he was not believed when he arrived back in Venice but 200 years later, people started to believe him and wanted to go adventures like that.

Did Columbus know Marco Polo?

He did not know Christopher Colombus. Colombus discovered America in only 1402, da Vinci was only born in 1452.

Wow

1) you spelled Columbus wrong

2) Columbus discovered America in 1492.

3) Columbus was born in 1451

Did Marco Polo's father and uncle travel to China in 1260?

No they traveled to china in 0001 on a flying time machine which they then used to travel back in time and make sure hipsters did not exist.

How was Polo treated on his return to his country?

I don't know I need help with that same question because I have to do this stupid project about him? Sorry maybe I can find it if I do I will answer

Marco Polo's main reason for exploration was to?

He didn't discover anything . He was a 17 year old with his father and uncle who were Venice merchants who wanted to set up trade with China.

What did Marco Polo want to find when he started his adventure?

In the end, he was looking for wealth.

He was exploring trade routes, to find a way to bring Chinese goods into the European markets, to sell at a profit.

What were the difficulties travelers faced while being on the silk road?

The value of silk was well known by bandits, raiders and thieves, they would quite often attempt to steal this valuable silk and probably the merchants themselves if they were after slaves. Other dangers would include bad weather, wild animals of the Gobi desert and dehydration.

What effects did Marco polo's book the travels of Marco polo have on people in Europe and Asia?

Look in a book not online!!

It could be either

It prompted European rulers to attack Mongol Empire

It encouraged European merchants to increase trade with Asia

It encouraged European tourists to travel to China

It led to the distribution of new and deadly diseases

SLACKERS!

Where was Marco polo born?

Marco Polo was born on September 15, 1254. the only thing i know is that it was in 1254

How did the reopening of the ancient silk road benefit Marco polo?

The reopening of the ancient Silk Road significantly benefited Marco Polo by providing him with direct access to trade routes and cultural exchanges between the East and West. This allowed him to travel extensively through Asia, particularly to China, where he encountered diverse cultures, goods, and ideas. His experiences along the Silk Road not only enriched his understanding of the world but also provided material for his later writings, which captured the imagination of Europeans and contributed to a growing interest in exploration and trade with the East.

Who captured Marco?

a little girl that jumped on his back and road him like a donkey

Was Marco polo the first man to travel to china?

yes Marco polo was the first man to travel to china.

Why is Marco polo significant in history?

Marco Polo was a great explorer. He even had a book written about his travels which gave Europeans some of their earliest information about China. Marco Polo also inspired many explorers, including Columbus.

What did Marco polo sail for?

I'm Pretty sure it was Spain
Marco polo Was also Born in 1254 and died in 1324 Bye

Medieval name for China?

Cathay was the name given to China in Medieval Europe. It comes from Khitay, a semi-nomadic group of people in the area.