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Ibn Fadlan

Known for a travel account linking diplomacy, ethnography, and encounter.

4th century AH / 10th century CEAbbasid lands and Volga regionEnvoy and travel writer

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Ibn Fadlan Envoy and travel writer

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Ibn Fadlan is presented as envoy and travel writer associated with Abbasid lands and Volga region. The working chronology for this record is 4th century AH / 10th century CE. Known for a travel account linking diplomacy, ethnography, and encounter.

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4th century AH / 10th century CE

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