Shams al-Din al-Muqaddasi

Shams al-Din al-Muqaddasi was a medieval Muslim scholar and geographer from the 13th century, known for his detailed descriptions of the regions he studied. His work "The Best Divisions of the Lands" maps and explains the geography, culture, and customs of the Middle East and surrounding areas. Al-Muqaddasi traveled extensively, providing valuable insights into the cities, landscapes, and peoples of his time. His writings are important for understanding medieval Middle Eastern geography and cultural diversity, and they continue to be referenced by historians studying that period.