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Mansa Musa's Hajj Journey Through Cairo
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the details of Mansa Musa's famous pilgrimage to Mecca, focusing on his stay in Cairo in 1324. Drawing from the accounts of the Egyptian scholar Al-Umari, who interviewed people who met the Mali emperor, we learn how Mansa Musa distributed gold so lavishly that he caused inflation in Cairo that lasted for years. The conversation covers the meeting with Sultan al-Nasir Muhammad, the arrangements made by Mamluk officials, and the long-term economic impact on the region. We also touch on the logistics of his caravan, including the…
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