with rome
Axum was not isolated from trade
Axum was not isolated from trade
they did not have to pay trade taxes
They traded ivory, frankincense, myrrh and slaves
The civilization that interrupted Axum's Red Sea trade was the rise of the Islamic Caliphates in the 7th century. The expansion of Islam led to the establishment of new trade routes and control over key ports, particularly along the Arabian Peninsula and the East African coast. This shift diminished Axum's influence in the region, as Muslim traders began to dominate maritime trade in the Red Sea. As a result, Axum's economy suffered due to the loss of trade dominance.
Axum had a very fertile area since it was located near the nile river, which served as a an exelent trade route.
ivory
chicken
They traded ivory, frankincense, myrrh and slaves
Islam
By blocking its primary trade routes
It's massive