Abu Ja'far Al-Mansur

Abu Ja'far Al-Mansur was the second Caliph of the Abbasid Caliphate, ruling from 754 to 775 CE. He played a key role in consolidating and expanding the Islamic empire, moving the capital to Baghdad, which became a major center of learning, culture, and commerce. Known for his administrative skill and support of scholarship, Al-Mansur helped shape the political and cultural foundation of the Abbasid Dynasty. His rule established stability and growth, setting the stage for Baghdad’s golden age as a hub of knowledge and innovation.