Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant who traveled through China and other parts of Asia during the late 13th and early 14th centuries. He is best known for his book, The Travels of Marco Polo, which was an account of his travels and experiences in Asia.
Marco Polo was born in Venice, Italy, in 1254. He was the son of Niccolò Polo, a merchant, and his wife, Matteo Polo. In 1271, Marco Polo’s father and uncle, Maffeo Polo, set out on a journey to China. Marco Polo accompanied them, and they arrived in China in 1275.
Marco Polo spent the next 17 years living in China. He served as an official in the court of Kublai Khan, the Mongol emperor of China. During his time in China, Marco Polo traveled extensively, visiting many parts of the country. He also met with many different people, including Kublai Khan himself.
In 1292, Marco Polo and his father and uncle left China and returned to Venice. They arrived in Venice in 1295. Marco Polo’s book, The Travels of Marco Polo, was published in 1298. The book was an immediate success, and it made Marco Polo famous throughout Europe.
Marco Polo died in Venice in 1324. He was 69 years old.
To answer your question, Marco Polo traveled through China, India and other parts of Asia. He did not discover Greenland, travel round the cape of Good Hope, or discover Canada.