Mansa Musa Research Paper

Travel Log Extra Credit Project- Mansa Musa

I, the Emperor Mansa Musa of Mali, write this ever so elaborate work to entail my amazing journey across to the Middle East, for the hope of preserving my deeds and the deeds of the Mali people. As a fond devotee of the Islamic culture, I had been yearning to cross to the northern parts of Africa and the Middle East to see the exhibit of the culture and existences of the people. I came across very vibrant regions, including Egypt, the Holy land of Mecca, and other Islamic provinces.

As I had began my journey across Africa, and the Islamic holy land of Mecca, I envisioned flourishing commerce and busy streets, and that is exactly what I had foresaw. The streets were bustling with markets and shops for the purpose of buying and selling. I can still remember the vibrant and strong smell of the spices hitting my nose as I pass by numerous stands. My restless pilgrimage to the Middle East was one worth remembering. The richness in the Islamic culture found throughout my

I had although made sure to keep servants around me at all times during my travel. Around sixty thousand servants accompanied me- nothing too extravagant. All was necessary in order for my surplus supplies and wealth to be carried. I later continued my journey across West Africa, and through the Sahara, to encounter the land of Egypt. Highly risen monuments stand tall and mighty. I encountered different types of people in that region, and so did my entourage. And, so what I had done in the good of me and in the eyes of my faith and God, is to give considerable donations to the needy, and other leaders government. It was quite a blast to give out so many gold pieces. Although I heard there might have been a gold market crash, since I disturbed so many, oh well, they will hopefully manage to restore