The medieval Islamic word for journey, Rihla, was originally associated with camel riding. Rihla became known as a type of literature that promoted "the concept of al-riḥla fī ṭalab al-ʿilm, journey in search of knowledge" and is commonly used alongside Ibn Battuta ("Encyclopedia of Islam"). His Rihla provides insightful details about the daily life of Islamic culture. Initially Ibn Battuta was young and ambitious to become a traveler. His inexperience did not prove to be a problem and when he became ill he made difficult decisions such as abandoning his belongings to continue traveling (44). The nature of Ibn Battuta's Rihla was cultivated by the customs and cultures of Dar al-Islam, the territory controlled by One of the highlights was his visit to Damascus, which according to Ibn “exceeded all other cities in beauty, and no description, however complete, can do justice to its charm”. (65) Ibn Battuta also received many gifts along his journey from men of great stature. Everywhere Ibn Battuta went he was showered with gifts and for seemingly no reason. One of these comes from the esteemed Shaykh al-Murshidi (47). Why was someone with no prior relationship or significant significance treated this way? However it was not only Ibn Battuta who was treated this way, all the guests were welcomed with such kindness. Even the dhimmis, non-Muslims, in these Muslim lands were granted precious rights and treated with such tenderness (“Encyclopedia Dar al-Islam”). The idea of ​​cosmopolitanism, that is, of all human beings represented under one community, was an attribute of the five pillars of Islam. The five pillars of Islam are the customs followed by all Muslims to live a prosperous life. These pillars are a Muslim statement of faith and include daily prayer, giving to those in need, traveling to Mecca, and participating in Ramadan (4). Being of Muslim faith in the Dar al-Islam community was very advantageous for Ibn Battuta. Even though Ibn did not know these people individually and was simply a simple stranger in these vast lands, their connection lies in theirs