An unusual size Persian manuscript on paper, 69 leaves with 3 fly-leaves, 9 lines to each page, written in two columns of black nastaliq script, separated by gilt floral scroll and ruled in gilt and polychrome borders. An opening bifolium with gold and polychrome floral decoration, titles in red ink. 18 Illuminated illustrations with ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper, including holy sites in Medina, scenes between Medina and Mecca, and the various stages of the Hajj in Mecca. It contains a detailed depictions of the Kaaba, indicating the areas assigned for the worship of the various sects of Islam, the named entrance doors to the sanctum, minarets, and two rows of colonnades. Author: Muhi Al-Din Lari, was a 16th century miniaturist and writer, best known for his Kitab Futūḥ al-Ḥaramayn, a guidebook to the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina, dedicated to Muzaffar al-Din ibn Mahmud Shah, who ruled Gujarat from 1511 to 1526. It is a guidebook for the Haj pilgrimage. His painting of Mecca's Sacred Mosque became a widely reproduced image for several centuries.His miniatures showing Mount Arafat as well as mahmals were re-crafted into Haj certificates that were in use even in the 18th century. Lari is thought to have died either in 1521 or 1526-7. Book: 37 by 52 cm. Text panel: 25 by 36 cm.