Muslim Iberia

Muslim Iberia refers to the period from the early 8th century to the late 15th century when Islamic states, notably Al-Andalus, governed parts of the Iberian Peninsula (modern Spain and Portugal). This era began with the Moorish conquest in 711 AD and saw a flourishing of art, science, and culture, blending Islamic, Christian, and Jewish traditions. It included important cities like Córdoba and Granada. The period ended with the Reconquista, a Christian effort to reclaim territory, culminating in 1492. Muslim Iberia significantly influenced European history, contributing to advances in philosophy, mathematics, and architecture.