Mediterranean
sea is known for its historical significance during the Roman Empire.
What is the Mediterranean Sea?
the first Fatimid caliph
Who is Imam al-Mahdi?
The caliph expanded the Fatimid state to include parts of Arabia and Syria.
Who is Imam al-Muizz?
river is known as the lifeline of Egypt
what is Nile
dynasty did Jawhar al-Sigilli rise to a high military rank due to his loyalty and abilities?
What is the Fatimid Dynasty?
empire is known for its extensive road network and law system.
What is the Roman Empire?
city did the Fatimids make their capital in Egypt
What is Cairo?
division occurred in the Ismaili community after the death of Imam al-Mustansir
What are the Nizari Ismailis and Mustalian Ismailis?
two main tributaries combine to form the Nile River
What are the Blue Nile and White Nile?
The city that served as the model for the new capital in Egypt was originally founded by which Imam in North Africa?
Who is Imam al-Mansur?
the capital of the Byzantine Empire
What is Constantinople?
type of architecture is the Mosque of al-Azhar known for? (starts with I )
What is Islamic architecture?
Head of State and military vs head of religious community
What is the difference between Caliph and Imam
To measure the water level of the Nile.
What was the purpose of a Nilometer?
In the new city of al-Qahira, structures were placed at the heart of the town that were similar to the design of al-Mansuriyya.
What are palaces?
The Canal of Cairo existed since ancient times. Over the years, it became filled up and had to be periodically reduced. During the Fatimid Age, it was a busy waterway used for traveling between Cairo and the River Nile.
What is Al-Khalij - the Canal of Cairo The Canal of Cairo
This mosque was built outside the northern wall.
It was begun by Imam al-Aziz and completed by Imam al-Hakim. It was next in importance to the Mosque of al-Azhar. The Imams went there to offer prayers during the month of Ramazan.
what is The Mosque of Imam al-Hakim