Marco Polo Official

: The book, originally titled Il Milione , described things many Europeans found impossible: paper money, coal, and the immense size of Chinese cities.

: They traveled from Venice, through the Middle East and Persia, eventually crossing the Gobi Desert. Marco Polo

: Marco remained in China for 17 years, serving as a trusted official and envoy for the Emperor. 📖 "The Travels of Marco Polo" : The book, originally titled Il Milione ,

: Their goal was the court of Kublai Khan, the Mongol leader and grandson of Genghis Khan. : The book

: His writings became a cornerstone of travel literature, influencing future explorers like Christopher Columbus.