Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 4 by Ali Bey

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Author Ali Bey, 1766-1818
Title Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 4
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Summary "Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 4" by Ali Bey is a historical travelogue written in the early 19th century. This volume documents the author's journeys across Africa and Asia between 1803 and 1807, focusing on significant places and cultural observations during that era. The book likely covers various historic and religious sites, exploring the author's experiences and insights gathered throughout his travels. The opening of the volume introduces the reader to the Haram al-Sharif in Jerusalem, detailing its architectural elements and significance in Islamic tradition. Ali Bey elaborates on the history and structure of the Temple, believed to be situated where the ancient Temple of Solomon once stood. He describes the intricacies of the buildings, their decorative features, and the cultural prohibitions surrounding these sacred sites, as well as his own experiences as a traveler and an observer of the rich religious history connected to these locations. The narrative sets a vivid backdrop for subsequent descriptions of his travels and encounters throughout the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Middle East -- Description and travel
Subject Africa, North -- Description and travel
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EBook-No. 47667
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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