Ibn Battuta was one of the great travelers of ancient history. He traveled to Mecca on his first hajj to complete the service that all Muslims should do if they are able to. Traveling to Mecca was an adventurous experience and many people didn't make it because the trip was very rough on the body. There were rituals that had to be followed before Ibn Battuta got to Mecca and rituals that had to performed …
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…act brings ihram to an end. Next the pilgrim must have his head shaved or his locks cut, then he can exchange his ritual garb for his everyday clothing. After he has traded in his garb he returns to Mecca to perform the tawaf again. From the tenth to the thirteenth pilgrims return to Mina to perform these rites. The pilgrims begin to leave for home after they have performed the tawaf and these rites.