Seljuk Empire
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
The Seljuk Empire was founded in 1037 by Tughril and Chaghri, originating from the Qïnïq branch of the Oghuz Turks. It stretched across Anatolia, the Levant, Central Asia, and the Persian Gulf, becoming a major Persianate power. The empire's expansion led to conflicts with the Byzantine Empire, culminating in the pivotal Battle of Manzikert in 1071.
Statistics
Area
3,900,000.00 km²
Population
Not available