Elon Musk says learning about prolific Muslim explorer Ibn Battuta. Ibn Battuta, a Moroccan scholar, regarded as the greatest traveler of premodern times. And the latest person to recognize his contributions none other than Elon Musk, the wealthiest man in the world.
Given that Tesla Chief has a wide range of interests. Including philosophy, science fiction, and fantasy literature—this reflects both the breadth and depth of his knowledge.
The tech enthusiast said he is currently learning about Ibn Battuta, an astonishingly well-traveled Islamic explorer, in a post on his platform Twitter, now called X.
Highly recommend “The Explorers” podcast for stories of exploration of many cultures over the ages.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 9, 2023
Am currently learning about Ibn Battuta, an amazingly widely traveled Islamic explorer.
The billionaire suggested the Explorers podcast, who praised it as an excellent source of knowledge.
Traveler and scholar Abu Abdullah Muhammad ibn Battuta from Morocco renowned for his extensive journeys throughout the Islamic world and beyond.
Due to his incredible distance traveled and his accounts of the various cultures, societies, and places he visited, Battuta recognized as one of history’s greatest travelers and explorers.
Ibn Battuta received early training in Islamic law after being born into a family of scholars in Tangier, Morocco. He started a pilgrimage to Mecca but later decided to extend his journey.
He covered about 75,000 miles in his travels over the years. Passing through North Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, India, Southeast Asia, China, and some of East Africa. The contrast between the various cultures, languages, and landscapes Battuta encountered impressed him.
AI Tool crack passwords within minutes
His renowned travelogue, Rihla, in which he described his observations, experiences, and encounters, chronicled his extraordinary traveling.
In 1354, he allegedly returned home, where he worked as a judge for many years. He passed away in 1368, leaving behind a legacy of exploration and cross-cultural interaction.