Which famous explorer was born in Venice in the 13th century?
Christopher Columbus
Ferdinand Magellan
Marco Polo
Vasco da Gama
Answer
Marco Polo, the famous explorer and merchant, was born in Venice in the 13th century. He is best known for his travels to Asia and his book, "The Travels of Marco Polo," which introduced Europeans to Central Asia and China.
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