Europe & colonial empiresEurope
Republic of Pisa
The Republic of Pisa was an independent state centred on Pisa in Tuscany from the 11th to the 15th century. Its merchants dominated Mediterranean trade for a century, helped by its part in the Crusades, before Genoa overtook it. It lost its independence to Florence in 1406.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1000 – 1406 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | maritime republic |
| Capital | Pisa |
| Religion(s) | Catholicism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.