Islamic Golden Age: Economics in the Caliphate

byTulika Prashant

The Islamic Golden Age was a time of incredible achievements in culture, science and economics. From 622 CE to 1258 CE, the Islamic Caliphate expanded into a vast and powerful empire, stretching across parts of Europe, Asia and Africa. During this period, trade and farming were key to building a strong economy, while scholars and inventors made amazing discoveries that propelled the growth of the empire.

Islamic Golden Age: Economics in the Caliphate

Key Economic Features of the Islamic Golden Age Trade Networks Across Continents During the Golden Age, the Islamic world became a central trading hub for Europe, Asia and Africa. Cities like Baghdad, Cairo and Cordoba in Spain became major trade centres. They were bustling with merchants from