Marco — Polo

: On his deathbed in 1324, when urged to admit his stories were lies, he famously replied, "I have not told half of what I saw". Forum: Marco Polo's journey and Istanbul - eanNews

: Because his stories were so incredible, many in Venice nicknamed him "Marco Millions," believing he was prone to wild exaggeration. 🏛️ Return to Venice Marco Polo

Marco returned home in 1295, reportedly appearing as a stranger in Mongol-style clothing until he revealed his identity by spilling gemstones from the seams of his rags. : On his deathbed in 1324, when urged

: They traveled from Venice, through the Middle East and Persia, eventually crossing the Gobi Desert. : On his deathbed in 1324