East, Central & Southern AfricaAfrica
Nobatia
Nobatia was a Nubian kingdom in Lower Nubia, with its capital at Pachoras (Faras). Its king Silko is known from an inscription, and it adopted Christianity in 543. It merged with Makuria in the 7th century.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 400 CE – c. 650 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | East, Central & Southern Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Pachoras (Faras) |
| Founder | Silko (first known king) |
| Religion(s) | Coptic Orthodox Christianity |
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.