Conclusion – Class 12 History Notes Chapter 5 Ibn Battuta’s Rihla
Ibn Battuta’s Rihla, or book of travels, offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural life of the subcontinent during the fourteenth century. Born into an educated family in Tangier, Morocco, Ibn Battuta received a scholastic education but believed that experiences gained through travel were more valuable than book knowledge.
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Chapter 5 Ibn Battuta’s Rihla| Class 12 History Notes
Ibn Battuta was an avid explorer who spent several years wandering across North Africa, West Asia, and portions of Central Asia (perhaps including Russia), the Indian subcontinent, and China before returning to Morocco. When he returned, the local monarch ordered that his stories be documented.
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