Ilkhanate

1256 CE – 1335 CE · Ortadoğu · Capital: Tebriz / Meraga

The Mongol state founded by Hulagu Khan. It destroyed Baghdad (1258).

Period:
1256 CE – 1335 CE
Capital:
Tebriz / Meraga
Region:
Ortadoğu
Type:
khanate
Religion:
Budizm → İslam
Language:
Moğolca, Farsça
Government:
Hanlık

Its rulers later converted to Islam. Rashid al-Din's historical work dates from this period.

Rulers (4)

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Frequently asked questions

What was Ilkhanate?
The Mongol state founded by Hulagu Khan. It destroyed Baghdad (1258).
When did Ilkhanate exist?
1256 CE – 1335 CE
What was the capital of Ilkhanate?
Tebriz / Meraga
Where was Ilkhanate located?
Ortadoğu