Sholu
Sovereignmonarchy

Zagwe dynasty

900 CE – 1270 CE

Quick Facts

Type
Sovereign · monarchy
Period
900 CE – 1270 CE
Duration
370 years
Known Periods
3
Capital
Lalibela
Data Confidence
Medium

Historical Periods

Zagwe dynasty (947–1138)

947 CE – 1138 CE

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Capital: LalibelaArea: 14,454 km²

Zagwe dynasty (1139–1259)

1139 CE – 1259 CE

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Capital: LalibelaArea: 14,454 km²

Zagwe dynasty (1260–1271)

1260 CE – 1271 CE

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Capital: LalibelaArea: 14,454 km²

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