Explorers are people who travel to discover new lands, routes, or regions. They have lived in many time periods and come from different parts of the world. Their journeys are often recorded in maps or writings.

Marco Polo traveled across Asia in the 1200s and described his journeys in detail. In 1492, Christopher Columbus sailed across the Atlantic Ocean. Explorers traveled by land and sea, using tools such as ships, maps, and navigation instruments.

Explorers are part of historical study. Their journeys helped connect regions and expand knowledge of the world.