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Rasulid dynasty
The Rasulids were a Sunni dynasty that ruled Yemen after the Ayyubids withdrew, with their capital at Zabid and later Ta'izz. They grew rich from Red Sea and Indian Ocean trade and patronised scholarship and astronomy. The Tahirid dynasty of Yemen replaced them in 1454.
Key facts
| Dates | 1229 – 1454 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Arabia & the Caliphates |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Zabid, Ta'izz |
| Founder | Umar ibn Rasul (al-Mansur Umar I) |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.