Era background
1200CE
to
1300CE

Paleolithic Era

— Origins of Humanity and the Stone Age —

Ancestral Puebloans

100 CE - 1300 CE, United States of America
Ancestral Puebloans

This period marks the development of the Ancestral Puebloans, known for their unique architectural style and complex societies in the Four Corners region.

culture
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Ghana Empire

300 CE - 1200 CE, Mali
Ghana Empire

This period marks the rise of a powerful empire in West Africa, known for its wealth and trade, particularly in gold and salt.

culture economic
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Chola Empire

300 CE - 1279 CE, India
Chola Empire

The Chola Empire was a major Tamil dynasty in southern India, renowned for its naval power, administration, and temple architecture.

culture
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Chichen Itza

600 CE - 1200 CE, Mexico
Chichen Itza

This large pre-Columbian archaeological site was a major city of the Maya civilization, known for its pyramid, El Castillo, and astronomical significance.

culture religion
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Srivijaya

600 CE - 1200 CE, Indonesia
Srivijaya

This powerful maritime empire was a center for trade and Buddhism in Southeast Asia, influencing regional cultures.

culture economic
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The Abbasid Caliphate

750 CE - 1258 CE, Iraq
The Abbasid Caliphate

A golden age of Islamic culture, science, and philosophy, marked by the flourishing of trade and intellectual endeavors.

culture intellectual
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Islamic Golden Age

750 CE - 1258 CE, Global
Islamic Golden Age

A flourishing period of cultural, economic, and scientific advancements across the Islamic world, leading to significant contributions in various fields.

culture intellectual
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House of Wisdom

832 CE - 1258 CE, Iraq
House of Wisdom

A major intellectual center during the Islamic Golden Age, known for its vast collection of knowledge and scholars.

culture intellectual
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Pagan Kingdom

849 CE - 1297 CE, Myanmar
Pagan Kingdom

This period marks the rise of a powerful kingdom in Southeast Asia, known for its significant advancements in culture, religion, and architecture.

politics culture
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The Song Dynasty

960 CE - 1279 CE, China
The Song Dynasty

This period is known for its economic prosperity, technological innovations, and flourishing arts, marking a high point in Chinese civilization.

culture
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The Rise of Maritime Trade in Southeast Asia

1000 CE - 1300 CE, Indonesia

This period marked a significant increase in maritime trade routes across Southeast Asia, connecting various cultures and economies.

maritime economic
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Western Xia

1038 CE - 1227 CE, China
Western Xia

The Western Xia Dynasty was a Tangut-ruled kingdom in northwestern China, known for its distinct Tangut script and interactions with neighboring Song and Liao dynasties.

culture
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The Gothic Architecture Movement

1100 CE - 1200 CE, France
The Gothic Architecture Movement

A style of architecture characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses.

culture
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Concentric Castles

1100 CE - 1300 CE, Syria

Multiple layers of walls allowed defenders to fall back while maintaining fire superiority.

military culture
0

Jin Dynasty

1115 CE - 1234 CE, China

Founded by the Jurchen people, this dynasty ruled northern China and was known for its military prowess and cultural developments.

military culture
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