Exploring the History and Geography of the Islamic World
Classified in Geography
Written at on 
English with a size of 4.03 KB.
The Context of the Romanesque
In the ninth century, a new state, Asturias, began to consolidate, developing a new art form distinct from the Carolingian world to the northeast and the Islamic influence to the south. This accumulation of artistic experiences across space and time often falls under a generic label.
Related Topics:
- Arts
- Art History
Somalia
Somalia's economy relies heavily on livestock such as goats, sheep, and camels. Industries are limited, including food processing, cement factories, and an oil refinery. A brief overview of its history:
- 14th Century: An Islamic state was founded.
- 17th Century: The country fragmented into small tribes.
- 19th Century: British colonization began in 1884.
Millions of Somalis struggle for survival in this "horn of Africa" nation. In the 14th century, it was an Islamic state, later colonized by the British and Italians. A 1969 coup led to a civil war that lasted for decades.
Related Topics:
- Geography
- General Geography
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan's government intensified repression on the opposition. The economy aims to bridge Russian and Islamic-Turkic trade. Uzbekistan, a former Soviet republic in Central Asia, is now a member of the CIS. It was Islamized in antiquity.
Related Topics:
- Geography
- General Geography
The Economy in the Islamic World
Much of the Islamic world consisted of deserts inhabited by nomadic tribes who herded livestock or engaged in caravan trade. In areas with water, agriculture flourished.
Related Topics:
- History
- World History
Revolution and the Third World
Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, exiled since the 1960s, proposed an Islamic government in the early 1970s, gaining support from urban students. In 1978, the brutal repression of a religious youth rally sparked a widespread campaign.
Related Topics:
- History
- World History
Tunisia
Tunisia is a North African nation with a predominantly Arab population. In antiquity, the territory was... It gained independence in 1956. Recent years have seen the rise of Islamic fundamentalism, which the government has severely repressed.
Related Topics:
- Geography
- General Geography
The Evolution of Medieval Islam
Internal power struggles emerged during the nomination of the fourth caliph, Ali. Medina served as the capital of the Islamic world during this period. The era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs saw the conquest of Syria, Palestine, Persia, and other regions.
Related Topics:
- History
- World History
Sudan
Sudan is divided into nine regions. Main cities include Omdurman, Khartoum North, and Port Sudan.
- Form of State: Islamic military dictatorship.
- Language: Arabic (official), English, and tribal languages.
- Religion: Sunni Islam (70%), traditional beliefs (17%), Catholic (8%).
Related Topics:
- Geography
- General Geography
Thailand
Thailand allied with Japan during World War II and officially adopted the name Thailand in 1949. Recent years have been marked by internal crises due to Islamic terrorist attacks and a devastating tsunami.
Related Topics:
- Geography
- General Geography
The Mosque
Early mosques, such as the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem (691), reflect late antique traditions. This octagonal structure marks the beginning of Islamic art. The Great Mosque of Damascus (706-714), a significant Umayyad construction, also exemplifies this influence.
Related Topics:
- Arts
- Art History