Ibn Battuta
Moroccan jurist and famous traveler
Born
February 24th, 1304
721 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Morocco
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A 14th-century Moroccan jurist traveled extensively across the Muslim world and beyond, documenting his journeys in the book 'Rihla' (The Journey). The journeys spanned North Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and parts of East Africa. This work provides insights into the culture and social conditions of the regions visited. The travels covered over 75,000 miles, making him one of the most well-traveled individuals of his time.
Wrote 'Rihla', a famous travel narrative
Traveled through Africa, Asia, and Europe
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