Marco Polo began his famous expedition to China in 1271. He travelled by ship, camel caravan and on foot. He and his crew had a long journey - they began from Venice then went to Arabia, Jerusalem, Acre, Turkey, Hormuz, Central Asia, Kashmir, Mongolia and China, where they were able to trade and learn about a new culture.
When Marco Polo was in China, he became the trusted servant of the great Kublai Khan, the ruler of the huge Chinese empire. He learnt about the customs and structure of Mongol society as well as the geography of Asia. Marco Polo and his crew returned to Italy in 1295. He brought back knowledge about coal, paper money, printing and porcelain. He also returned with fabulous gems like pearls, diamonds, rubies and jade. as well as other products such as silk and gunpowder. Marco Polo introduced Europeans to the splendors of Asia. He also paved the way for later exploration and inspired many artists, poets and writers with his stories.
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