Multiple choice Ibn Battuta, after crossing the desert to the town of Taghaza, described it as: "a jewel of an oasis." "the Mecca of the desert." "a fabulously wealthy capital." "a village with no attractions." Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Ibn Battuta described Taghaza as a desolate place with no trees or vegetation, essentially a village with no attractions other than the salt mines.