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Jan 1, 1501
Safavid Empire is founded
In 1501 the Safavid Empire was founded by Ismail I. -
Nov 12, 1508
Al-Kazimiyyah Shrine
The Al-Kazimiyyah Shrine was origanly built in 799, but was ordered to be reconstructed in 1508. -
Abbas 1 of Persia
Abbas 1 of Persia came into power after his predecisor Mohammad had resigned. Abbas is considered the greatest ruler of the Safavid Dynasty. -
Mosque of Shaykh Lutfallah
The Mosque of Shaykh Lutfallah's construction was ordered by Abbas I. -
Shah Mosque
The Shaj Mosque was build under Abbas I's rule. During Abbas I's rule he had many mosques built. -
Sultan Husayn
Husayn saw the downfall of the Safavid Dynasty under his rule. -
Hotaki Invasion
The Safavid Dynasty was invaded by the Hotaki Dynasty and was beaten, but later regained control. -
Downfall of Safavid Empire
During the 17th Centery the Safavid Empire was facing more and more enemies. The Empire was finaly disestablished in 1736
