Splendor of Muslim civilization after 1258 C.E.

The steady decline of Muslim civilization did not start with the decline of the Abbasids in thirteenth century; rather it started in eighteenth century. No doubt sacking of Baghdad in 1258 C.E. by the Mongols was a major disaster, however, Muslims recovered very quickly and they did very well in post 1258 era, that is, during 14th , 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. Here is the story of splendor of Muslim civilization in post 1258 era on cultural, educational, political, and religious fronts.

Monday, May 7, 2007

Pictorial comparison of Muslim areas in post-1258 era

The above maps show a pictorial comparison between the Muslims areas in 1258 CE , 1500 CE and 1750 CE. In post-1258 era, Muslims spread out and increased their influence in Africa (Al-Sudan), Central Asia (Mongol, Turks, and Tatar areas), South Asia (Al-Hind), and South-East Asia (Malay lands).

Splendor of Muslim civilization after 1258 C.E.

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Pictorial comparison of Muslim areas in post-1258 era

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