Taifa of Zaragoza: Map & History
The taifa of Zaragoza was an independent Arab Muslim state in the east of Al-Andalus with its capital in Saraqusta (Zaragoza) city.
Wikipedia Encyclopedic Compendium
Historiographical synthesis & structured realm registry
The taifa of Zaragoza was an independent Arab Muslim state in the east of Al-Andalus with its capital in Saraqusta (Zaragoza) city. It was established in the early 11th century as one of the many Taifa kingdoms that followed the collapse of the Caliphate of Córdoba around this time. It survived until 1110, when it was annexed by the Almoravids.
Taifa of Zaragoza in Depth
History
During the first part of this period (1013–1038), the city was ruled by the Arab Banu Tujib tribe. They were replaced by the Arab Banu Hud rulers, who had to deal with a complicated alliance with El Cid of Valencia and his Castilian masters against the Almoravids, who managed to bring the Taifas Emirates under their control. After the death of El Cid, his kingdom was conquered by the Almoravids, and by 1100 they had crossed the Ebro into Barbastro, which brought them into direct confrontation with Aragon.
The Banu Hud stubbornly resisted the Almoravid dynasty and ruled until they were eventually defeated by the Almoravids in May 1110. The last sultan of the Banu Hud, Abd-al-Malik, and Imad ad-Dawla of Saraqusta, were forced to abandon the capital.
Sections adapted from Wikipedia: Taifa of Zaragoza (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Taifa of Zaragoza: Key Facts
| Capital | Sarakusta |
|---|---|
| Form of government | monarchy |
| Founded | 1018 |
| Dissolved | 1110 |
Preceded by
- Saraqusta
- Taifa of Dénia
Facts from Wikidata Q33061 (CC0).
Taifa of Zaragoza Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Taifa of Zaragoza appears, with the other states of the time.
Taifa of Zaragoza Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 38,868 km² in 1022 CE.
Taifa of Zaragoza: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Taifa of Zaragoza exist?
Taifa of Zaragoza is dated to 1015 CE – 1110 CE, in the High & Late Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of Taifa of Zaragoza?
The capital of Taifa of Zaragoza was Zaragoza.
How large was Taifa of Zaragoza at its peak?
At its peak in 1022 AD Taifa of Zaragoza covered about 38,868 km².
Other Sovereign Realms
High & Late Middle Ages • Capital: Avarga
High & Late Middle Ages • Capital: Thanjavur, Gangaikonda Cholapuram
High & Late Middle Ages • Capital: Cusco
High & Late Middle Ages • Capital: Niani, Kangaba