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Chapter III: Province of Turkomania

  • Cities: Kogni, Kaisariah, Sevastaa

  • Inhabitants: Greeks and Armenians engaged in commerce and manufacturing.

  • Products: Best carpets and silk in rich colors.

Chapter VI: Province of Mosul

  • Inhabitants: Noted for the Kurds, notorious for robbing merchants.

  • Manufactures: Muslins (gold and silk cloths), spices, and drugs.

  • Places: Mus & Maredin for abundant cotton production.

Chapter IX: City of Tauris

  • Description: Noble and populous city in Irak.

  • Economy: Commerce and manufacture of silk, some interwoven with gold.

  • Trade: Merchants from India, Mosul, and Europe collect wealth but locals remain poor.

Chapter XII: Provinces of Persia

  • Animal Breeds:

    • Excellent horses for trade to India.

    • Largest asses, valued for low feeding needs and endurance in travel.

Chapter XXIII: City of Sapurgan

  • Fertility: Rich supplying provisions, known for the sweetest melons.

  • Melons: Dried and sent for sale, highly sought after.

Chapter XXVI: Province of Balashan

  • Resources: High-quality balass rubies and lapis lazuli.

  • Mines: Searched for precious stones, silver, copper, and lead.

Chapter XXXIII: City of Kotan

  • Economy: Respected for trade and abundant produce like cotton, grain, and wine.

  • Occupation: Inhabitants are also engaged in farming and manufacturing.

Chapter XVII: City of Kanbalu

  • Trade Hub: Renowned for rare commodities, particularly from India.

  • Volume of Trade: Daily influx of silk and gold, significant merchandise transactions.

Chapter XXIII: Province of Cathay

  • Beverages: Rice wine flavored with spices, highly popular and potent.

  • Fuel: Black stone used as charcoal alternative; significant for heating needs.

Chapter XXXIII: City of Ka-chan-fu

  • Inhabitants: Idolaters with extensive traffic and various manufacturing.

  • Products: Silk, ginger, galangal, and unique drugs.

Chapter XXXIV: City of Ken-zan-fu

  • Character: Commercial success and production of silk and military provisions.

  • Markets: Abundant food and essentials at reasonable prices.

Chapter XXXIX: Province of Karain

  • Salt Production: Salt springs processed for trade.

  • Currency: Salt cakes, used as money, vary in trade value based on location.

  • Other Agriculture: Cloves, ginger, and cassia, yet few are exported.