Karakhanid Khanate ruled Transoxania from 999 to 1211. Founded by Karluks, Yagmas, Chigils in 9th century. Conquered Transoxania, shifting from Iranian to Turkic dominance. Initially ruled through four main cities: Balasagun, Kashgar, Uzgen, Samarkand
Museum opens December 18, 2024 under Sheikh Mansour's patronage. Museum aims to showcase Islamic civilization's diversity and richness. Mission aligns with UAE's values of peace, tolerance, and intercultural communication
Museum opens December 18, 2024 under Sheikh Mansour's patronage. Museum aims to showcase Islamic civilization's diversity and richness. Mission aligns with UAE's values of peace, tolerance, and intercultural communication
Turkey's largest mosque opened in 2019 on Çamlıca Hill. Can accommodate up to 63,000 worshippers, with earthquake capacity up to 100,000. Cost US$110 million (approx. 550 million Turkish liras)
Medieval Europe spans 1000 years from Rome's fall to Renaissance. Society was dominated by single, militant religion. Feudal system developed based on land ownership and service
New Umayyad city founded in mid-10th century as Cordoba Caliphate's seat. Destroyed shortly after, rediscovered in early 20th century. Provides unique insights into Islamic civilization of Al-Andalus