Indian History with Dr. Veenus

Before Marco Polo: Itsing's Incredible Voyage to Ancient India - Venus Jain


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(Yijing), often called the forgotten sailor monk, was one of the greatest travelers of the 7th century. 🚢🙏

Like Xuanzang and Fa-Hien, Itsing journeyed to India in search of Buddhism, knowledge, and culture—but unlike them, he traveled mainly by the sea route.


In this video, we explore:


The life and voyages of Itsing (Yijing)


His travels compared with Xuanzang and Fa-Hien


How he preserved Indian culture and Buddhist traditions


The importance of the sea route in spreading knowledge across Asia


Why Itsing deserves recognition alongside other great monks



👉 Watch till the end to rediscover the legacy of Itsing, a monk who connected India, China, and Southeast Asia through faith and learning.


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