The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Barca Kaan
Also known as Barca, Bereké
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 20
Barca Kaan is introduced with the reach and dignity of a prince whose court anchors a wide, unfamiliar world. Though the text gives no portrait of him, his title and setting lend his presence a sense of confident welcome and political weight.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 20
- Books
- 1
Barca Kaan is described as a Tartar prince and lord of the Tartars of the Ponent, residing at Sara and Bolgara. He hosted the Polo brothers at his court, making his realm a significant point in their passage through the western Tartar territories. Beyond this role, the account gives little detail about his personal character or appearance.
Description
Barca Kaan is identified as an adult Tartar prince, but no specific physical traits are provided. His height, build, complexion, facial features, hair, and eyes are not described; his clothing is likewise unspecified, though his rank suggests court dress in a visual interpretation.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Maffeo Polohost
Barca welcomed Maffeo and Nicolo at his court, treated them with honour, and graciously accepted their jewels.
Nicolo Polohost
Barca welcomed Nicolo and Maffeo at his court, treated them with honour, and graciously accepted their jewels.
- A
Aláuwar enemy
Barca and Aláu fought a major war; Barca was defeated after heavy losses on both sides.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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