Moors

The Moors were a group of Muslim peoples of North African origin, particularly Berbers and Arabs, who invaded and settled in parts of Europe, notably the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal), from the 8th to the 15th centuries. Their presence significantly influenced the region’s culture, architecture, science, and agriculture, leading to a flourishing of knowledge and blending of traditions. The term "Moors" has often been used broadly to describe various Muslim groups in medieval Europe, but it primarily refers to those associated with the Islamic rule in the Iberian region during the Middle Ages.