Safavid Iran
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
The Safavid Empire, established in 1501, marked a pivotal moment in Iranian history, reviving Persian identity and power. Ismail I declared Twelver Shi'ism the state religion, profoundly impacting the Islamic world. Ruling from Ardabil, the dynasty controlled vast territories including modern-day Iran, Azerbaijan, and parts of the Caucasus.
Statistics
Area
2,850,000.00 km²
Population
20,000,000