Guru Tatea Bulan

Guru Tatea Bulan, also known as Sultan Ternate or Ternate Sultanate, was a significant Malay-Muslim ruler in the 16th century, governing the Sultanate of Ternate in present-day Indonesia. He is renowned for establishing the Islamic faith in the region and fostering trade relations with European explorers, especially the Portuguese. His leadership contributed to the spread of Islam and the development of Ternate as a powerful maritime state engaged in regional commerce. His legacy highlights the cultural and religious transformation of eastern Indonesia during a period of increased global contact and influence.