Explore Islam's remarkable history from the first revelation in 610 CE to the modern world. Discover key periods including the First Revelation, Beyond Arabia (635-650 CE), Al-Andalus Opens (711 CE), the Golden Age (8th-13th centuries), and Ottoman Territories (1453 CE).
The beginning of Islamic revelation when Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) received the first verses of the Quran in the Cave of Hira near Mecca. This event marked the start of the prophetic mission that would transform Arabia and eventually spread across the world.
The rapid expansion of Islam beyond the Arabian Peninsula through peaceful conquests, trade routes, and the unifying message of monotheism. Muslim communities were established in Syria, Iraq, Persia, and Egypt.
The Islamic conquest of the Iberian Peninsula established a center of learning, culture, and religious tolerance. Al-Andalus became renowned for its architectural marvels, scientific advances, and cultural synthesis.
A period of unprecedented scientific, cultural, and intellectual flourishing in the Islamic world. Centers like Baghdad's House of Wisdom preserved Greek knowledge, advanced mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy. This era laid foundations for the Renaissance and modern science.
The rise of the Ottoman Empire marked a new chapter in Islamic history. The empire became one of the longest-lasting in history, bridging Europe, Asia, and Africa for over 600 years and preserving Islamic traditions while fostering cultural exchange.