The History Cat
The History Cat: The Voyages of Zheng He
Read about the Chinese explorer, Zheng He, who lived from 1371 to 1433. He commanded massive fleets and made seven voyages, traveling to East Africa, India, and Arabia, making stops in other regions along the way. He even brought a...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: An Age of Adventure
Learn about the adventures of Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta, and Zheng He on this site. Compare their journeys with charts and maps that are found here.
PBS
Pbs Nova: Ancient Chinese Explorers
Discusses the different voyages of Zheng He and their significance in Chinese history. Includes good historical background and pictures.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Activity: An Age of Adventure
A website detailing the biographies of Ibn Battuta, Marco Polo, and Zheng Hehis. Learn about their inspiration for their voyages here.