Rashīd al-Dīn, Abū al-ʿAbbās Aḥmad b. al-Mufarraj b. ʿAlī b. ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz b. Maslama al-Dimashqī (al-mutawaffā: 650 AH)

Rashid Din Dimashqi was a distinguished historian and geographer from Damascus. His contributions to the fields of history and geography are marked by his detailed descriptions and comprehensive analyses of the regions he studied. His works are characterized by their accuracy and depth, providing valuable insights into the geographical and historical contexts of his time. Through his writings, he offered a window into the diverse cultures, societies, and landscapes of the medieval Islamic world,...See more