Despite its influence, Polo’s account has been subject to debate. Some historians question the accuracy and authenticity of parts of his narrative, pointing out: The lack of mention of certain major Chinese customs, such as foot-binding or the Great Wall.   Possible exa

After returning to Venice in 1295, Marco Polo was captured during a conflict with Genoa and imprisoned. During his imprisonment, he dictated his experiences to a fellow prisoner, Rustichello da Pisa, who compiled the manuscript known as The Travels of Marco Polo. The book is a blend of travelogue

Marco Polo, the Venetian merchant, explorer, and writer, remains one of the most iconic figures in the history of world exploration. His extensive travels through Asia in the late 13th century and his subsequent written account, The Travels of Marco Polo, profoundly influenced European perceptions o

The Travels of Marco Polo is not merely a geographical or trade manual; it is a detailed ethnographic account. Polo describes: The grand cities of the Mongol Empire, including modern-day Beijing (then Khanbaliq).   The wealth and customs of the Yuan dynasty’s court. &