Anatolia & CaucasusAsia
Shaddadids
The Shaddadids were a Kurdish dynasty that ruled parts of Armenia and Arran, with centres at Dvin, Ganja and later Ani. They often served as Seljuk vassals. Their last branch ruled Ani until the end of the 12th century.
Key facts
| Dates | 951 CE – 1199 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Anatolia & Caucasus |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Dvin, Ganja, Ani |
| Founder | Muhammad ibn Shaddad |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.