About
The series portrays the historical events that surrounded the explorer Ibn Battuta, whose heroism and humane efforts lead to his recognition as one of the most quintessential explorers throughout documented history.
Episodes
Season 1
Episode 1
We are introduced to Ibn Battuta, the country and region he was brought up in, his childhood, his evident passion for exploration since his youth, and his distinguished character, calmness and his interest in nature and seeking knowledge. We also observe the consistent dreams he had that pushed him to travel, and we delve into the opinions of his parents regarding this matter.
Episode 2
After several attempts, Ibn Battuta convinces his parents to allow him to travel. His journey begins, with his first trip taking him away from his hometown of Tangier to Tlemcen, and there he would meet a judge who was fond of Ibn Battuta’s passion for adventure and exploration. They form a convoy and travel across the desert, with hardships and trials awaiting them along the way.
Episode 3
The Judge of Tlemcen is bitten by a poisonous snake and dies. This incident leaves a mark on Ibn Battuta’s emotional and mental wellbeing. After returning to Tlemcen to return the body of the Judge to his family, he decides to embark on his journey alone to avoid harm befalling anyone accompanying him. He travels long days and nights and reaches the city of Constantine.
Episode 4
Ibn Battuta becomes meets the governor of Constantine who happens to be his father’s friend. The governor hosts Ibn Battuta in his palace and prepares supplies and servants to accompany him on his upcoming destination; Tunisia. Ibn Battuta bids his companions farewell, as he joins a caravan of merchants to complete his journey where an unexpected surprise awaits him.
Episode 5
In this episode, Ibn Battuta uncovers a ploy that is brewing against the chief of the merchants and the caravan that he is accompanying on his trip, where there would be an attempt to murder all of those in the caravan and steal their products. He reveals his findings to the chief and sets a plan to thwart the attack.
Episode 6
Ibn Battuta arrives to the gates of Alexandria along with the caravan. Here the chief of the merchants shows his gratitude to Ibn Battuta for saving the caravan and part ways. Ibn Battuta, carrying his satchel and manuscripts, makes his way through the city of Alexandria to explore it and meet its people.
Episode 7
Some young men are caught in the midst of trouble. One of them is caught and hung from a tall pillar when Ibn Battuta saves him. The young man then hosts Ibn Battuta in his home and tells the story of the pillar he was stuck on, and how it was dedicated to one of Rome’s emperors. At the end of the episode, Ibn Battuta discovers that the pouch that contained his money had gone missing.
Episode 8
Ibn Battuta tries to find his money and returns to search for the young men who hosted him. He is surprised to learn that they had left the city. Ibn Battuta recalls an incident where he bumped into someone at the gates of the cemetery and during his search he hears an announcement by one of the prince’s soldiers asking for workers to aid with construction in Prince Salahuddin’s house.
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