Marco Polo

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Explorer · Republic of Venice

Date of birth: September 29, 1254
Died on January 16, 1324: Died at the age of 69; Would have turned 772 today

Venetian explorer and merchant who travelled through Asia (1254–1324)

The story behind the name

Marco Polo was an explorer (Republic of Venice). Marco Polo was born on September 29, 1254 in Venice. Among other things, Marco Polo was known for The book of Ser Marco Polo the Venetian concerning the kingdoms and marvels of the East.

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Work by Marco Polo

Title	Year
The book of Ser Marco Polo the Venetian concerning the kingdoms and marvels of the East	–

Facts about Marco

Born: September 29, 1254 in Venice
Died: January 16, 1324
Nationality: Republic of Venice
Occupations: Explorer, Ambassador, World traveler, Merchant, and Diplomat
Languages: Italian
Fame: Wikipedia articles in 185 languages

Birthday

Date of birth: September 29, 1254
Born on a: Tuesday
Zodiac sign: Libra

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What makes Marco Polo unique

In memory: Died at the age of 69
Today: Would have turned 772 today

In the Julian calendar: September 22, 1254. Converted to our calendar: September 29, 1254.

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