Shah Abbas

Shah Abbas, also known as Abbas the Great, was a powerful ruler of Persia (Iran) during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He reigned from 1588 to 1629 and is credited with strengthening the Safavid Empire through military reforms, cultural revival, and centralizing government authority. Abbas moved the capital to Isfahan, which became a vibrant center for art, architecture, and commerce. His reign helped Persia recover from wars and internal strife, establishing a stable and culturally rich civilization that influenced the region for centuries.