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Zirid dynasty
The Zirids were a Sanhaja Berber dynasty that governed Ifriqiya for the Fatimids after the Fatimids moved to Egypt. They broke with the Fatimids in the 11th century and recognised the Abbasids, after which the Banu Hilal invasions weakened them. The Normans of Sicily took their last coastal cities in 1148.
Key facts
| Dates | 972 CE – 1148 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | North Africa & al-Andalus |
| Continent | Africa, Europe |
| Capitals | Ashir, Kairouan, Mahdia |
| Founder | Buluggin ibn Ziri |
| Religion(s) | Shia Islam, Sunni Islam |
Before & after
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In the Islamic timeline
- Fatimid Caliphate (Ismaili) — Governed Ifriqiya for the Fatimids, then broke away.
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.