Ilkhanid dynasty

The Ilkhanid dynasty was a Mongol-led ruling family that governed Persia (modern Iran and surrounding regions) from the mid-13th to the early 14th century. It emerged after the Mongol Empire's expansion into the Middle East, serving as a successor state to the Mongol Empire’s western regions. The Ilkhanids facilitated cultural exchanges, supported arts and architecture, and promoted Islam despite their Mongol roots. They played a key role in blending Mongol and Persian traditions, leaving a lasting impact on Persian culture, governance, and historical development during their rule.