Taifa of Ceuta: Map & History
The Taifa of Ceuta was one of the taifa states formed after the breakup of the Caliphate of Córdoba in the early 11th century.
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The Taifa of Ceuta was one of the taifa states formed after the breakup of the Caliphate of Córdoba in the early 11th century. The cities of Ceuta and Tangiers were a part of the Ḥammūdid dynasty taifa of Málaga from 1026. From 1036 it was governed on behalf of the Ḥammūdids by the Barghawāṭa, a Berber tribe with a non-Islamic religion. Shortly before 1061, the Barghawāṭa, led by the illiterate Saqqūt, took power from the Ḥammūdids. They could field a large army of 12,000 cavalry, but were defeated and conquered by the rising power of the Almoravids in 1078–79.
Taifa of Ceuta: Key Facts
| Capital | Ceuta under Muslim rule |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1061 |
| Dissolved | 1084 |
Preceded by
- Taifa of Málaga
Succeeded by
Facts from Wikidata Q5947557 (CC0).
Taifa of Ceuta Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 1,476 km² in 1068 CE.
Taifa of Ceuta: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Taifa of Ceuta exist?
Taifa of Ceuta is dated to 1066 CE – 1084 CE, in the High & Late Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of Taifa of Ceuta?
The capital of Taifa of Ceuta was Ceuta under Muslim rule.
How large was Taifa of Ceuta at its peak?
At its peak in 1068 AD Taifa of Ceuta covered about 1,476 km².
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