Who discovered China?

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Who discovered China? Answer: Marco Polo

The Venetian explorer Marco Polo (1254โ€“1324) is often credited with introducing China to Europe through his travels during the late 13th century. He documented Chinese culture, economy, and geography in his famous book โ€œThe Travels of Marco Poloโ€.

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