Synopsis The primary motive for which the travel, exchange of goods, commerce and the activities related to it. The traveler in the ancient past was thus a trader and a merchant looking for Merchandise and engaging in trade and commerce. There was however, another kind of traveler, whose motive was other than engaging in trade and commerce. This traveler was pilgrim, a scholar in search of ancient texts, and a curious wayfarer looking forward to new and exciting experiences. Seeking knowledge was his primary purpose for undertaking travel.