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Nobatia

c. 400 CE – c. 650 CE · about 250 years approximate dates

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

Datesc. 400 CE – c. 650 CE
RegionEast, Central & Southern Africa
ContinentAfrica
CapitalPachoras (Faras)
FounderSilko (first known king)
Religion(s)Coptic Orthodox Christianity

Before & after

Followed by

Makuria

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.