Was Marco Polo’s birthplace in Croatia? Marco Polo, a Venetian merchant and explorer, journeyed from Europe to Asia between 1271 and 1295. He authored ‘Il Milione,’ which is recognized as ‘The Travels of Marco Polo’ in English. Born in 1254, Marco Polo’s birthplace was situated within the Venetian empire, spanning the area between Venice and … Continue reading Was Marco Polo born in Croatia?