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In which century did Marco Polo allegedly bring pasta from Asia to Italy?
Answer
13th century
While legend says Marco Polo brought pasta from China in the 13th century, historians now believe pasta developed independently in Italy and may have been influenced by Moors in Sicily.
💡 Did you know?
The legend of Marco Polo importing pasta is likely false—pasta appears in Italian literature before his travels, suggesting independent development.
Other options people guess
- 12th century
- 14th century
- 15th century
Topics
- food history
- pasta
- Marco Polo
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