Marco Polo was an Italian explorer who traveled to China in the 13th century and wrote a book about his experiences called "The Travels of Marco Polo." His journey helped connect Europe with Eastern goods, ideas, and cultures.
Related terms
Silk Road: An ancient network of trade routes that connected Asia to Europe and Africa.
Cultural Exchange: The sharing and blending of ideas, customs, and beliefs between different societies or groups.
Trade Routes: Paths followed by traders for the exchange of goods and services between regions or countries.