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Iran & Central AsiaAsia

Ziyarid dynasty

931 CE – 1090 CE · about 159 years

The Ziyarids were a Daylamite dynasty that ruled Tabaristan and Gorgan on the Caspian coast, founded by Mardavij. Qabus ibn Wushmagir built the tall brick tower Gonbad-e Qabus. They later became vassals of the Ghaznavids and Seljuks.

Key facts

Dates931 CE – 1090 CE
RegionIran & Central Asia
ContinentAsia
CapitalsIsfahan, Ray, Gorgan
FounderMardavij
Religion(s)Sunni Islam

Before & after

Followed by

Great Seljuk Empire

Sources

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