Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve: Map & History
The Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve was a medieval Islamic taifa Moorish kingdom or emirate located in what is now southern Portugal, that existed from 1018 to 1051.
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The Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve was a medieval Islamic taifa Moorish kingdom or emirate located in what is now southern Portugal, that existed from 1018 to 1051. From 1051 until 1091, it was under the forcible control of Seville via Abbad II al-Mu'tadid. Known as the Banu Harun, their descendants remained as Qadis of the city until its reconquest by Portugal in 1249, the last of whom being Aloandro Ben Bekar.
Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve: Key Facts
| Capital | Faro |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1018 |
| Dissolved | 1051 |
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Facts from Wikidata Q2077765 (CC0).
Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 2,252 km² in 1050 CE.
Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve exist?
Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve is dated to 1018 CE – 1055 CE, in the High & Late Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve?
The capital of Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve was Santa Maria do Algarve.
How large was Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve at its peak?
At its peak in 1050 AD Taifa of Santa Maria do Algarve covered about 2,252 km².
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