Kingdom of the Iberians: Map & History
Kingdom of the Iberians is mapped in the atlas for 814 CE – 999 CE, with a peak mapped extent of about 24,615 km².
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The Kingdom of the Iberians was a medieval Georgian monarchy under the Bagrationi dynasty which emerged circa 888 AD, succeeding the Principality of Iberia, in historical region of Tao-Klarjeti, or upper Iberia in north-eastern Turkey as well parts of modern southwestern Georgia, that stretched from the Iberian gates in the south and to the Lesser Caucasus in the north.
Kingdom of the Iberians in Depth
History
In 813, the last Iberian prince Ashot I of the Bagrationi dynasty established himself in his patrimonial Duchy of Klarjeti, where he restored the castle of Artanuji, said to have been built by the king Vakhtang I of Iberia in the 5th century, and received the Byzantine protection. Being recognized as the presiding prince and curopalates of Iberia, Ashot fought the Arabs from there, gradually incorporating the surrounding lands from the Arab dominance.
Ashot I encouraged resettlement of Georgians in these lands, and patronized monastic life initiated by the prominent Georgian ecclesiastic figure Gregory of Khandzta (c. 759–861). For a long time the region became a cultural safe-house and one of the most important religious centers of Georgia.
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Kingdom of the Iberians: Key Facts
| Capitals | Oltu, Ardanuç, Ardanuç Castle |
|---|---|
| Official language | Georgian |
| Form of government | feudal monarchy |
| Founded | 888 CE |
| Dissolved | 1008 |
Preceded by
Succeeded by
- Kingdom of Georgia
- Georgia
Facts from Wikidata Q154816 (CC0).
Kingdom of the Iberians Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Kingdom of the Iberians appears, with the other states of the time.
Kingdom of the Iberians Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 24,615 km² in 994 CE.
Kingdom of the Iberians: Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Kingdom of the Iberians exist?
The Kingdom of the Iberians is dated to 814 CE – 999 CE, in the Early Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of the Kingdom of the Iberians?
The capital of the Kingdom of the Iberians was Artanuji, Bana.
How large was the Kingdom of the Iberians at its peak?
At its peak in 994 AD the Kingdom of the Iberians covered about 24,615 km².
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