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The Architect of Timbuktu: Al-Qadi Aqib's Legacy
In this episode, we delve into the life and works of al-Qadi Aqib ibn Mahmud ibn Umar, the 16th-century judge and patron who reshaped Timbuktu's skyline. While Mansa Musa's wealth and Ahmed Baba's scholarship are well-known, Aqib's architectural and administrative contributions have been overlooked. He commissioned the rebuilding of the Djinguereber Mosque and the Sankore Mosque, transforming them into the iconic structures we recognize today. We explore his role as qadi, his patronage of scholars, and how his building projects symbolized Timbuktu's golden age. Learn…
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