A king of china(essay)
Kublai khanKublai Khan a famous Mongol Emperor who ruled Cathay (China) round about 12.60. His kingdom was as great a power in the East as China is today a big world power.
Marco Polo served Kublai Khan for seventeen years. He was appointed a surveyor by him and was asked to prepare a report about the conditions of various cities of his kingdom. From Marco’s account of his travels we get a graphic picture of Kubli Khan.
According to him Kublai Khan was of a middle stature. He had a white complexion with black eyes. His personality was extremely impressive and appealing. He was kind to his subjects and received gifts from them at the time of feasts. He was, indeed very fond of feasts. He received the travellers and scholars with open arms which enhanced their respect and prestige . He also knew
how to defend his country from enemies for this reason had fortified his Capital, Peking against any invasion .
He was not only a good general but was also a good administrator.He knew how to get something done out of different people. Capable people. This is why he had appointed Marco, a foreigner, as a surveyor. He was commanding in every respect and possessed all the qualities of a good leader. Once Marco Polo saw a lion without chins bowing with all humility before him. He was greatly impressed by the dignity of the king and calls him the lord of lords. He was not a Chiristan himself but appreciated the teaching of the Holy Christ. He also asked for hundred missionaries, so that they could preach for their religion in his kingdom. This means, he had a great religious tolerance. In short, Marco Polo is all praise for Kubla Khan.
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