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The empire began in 1501 and the empire split into two groups in the mid-600's called Shia and Sunni.

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The decline occurred in the early 1700s. Please see the Related Link below to learn more.

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Rise and fall of the Safavid empire?

Rise through the ottomans and and Made by Eal


Who was the leader of the salavid empire?

The Safavid (not Salavid) Empire was ruled by the Safavid dynasty.


What city is isfahan the capital of?

Isfahan was the capital city of the Safavid Empire. The Safavid Empire was considered Persia. IF you need more info, look up the "Safavid Empire"


Were there sufi Muslims in 18th century safavid empire?

There were Sufis in the Safavid Empire, but they were often persecuted and marginalized.


Did the shi'ite control the safavid dynasty?

Yes, they did control the Safavid Empire.


What was the capital of the Safavid Empire?

According to http://www.answers.com/safavid, Isfahan was the capital


Is shakira azerbaijanian?

Yes her father is Lebanese and From Safavid. And Safavid is Azerbaijanian empire.


How did the Islam influence the government of the Safavid Empire?

Sunni Muslims within the Safavid Empire were forced to become Shia Muslims.


What sect of Islam was the Safavid Empire?

The Safavid Empire is primarily made of SHIITE MUSLIMS, because that was the official religion of the empire. Numerous Persian Sunni Muslims were forcibly converted to Shiite Islam under Safavid rule.


Who the leader of the safavid empire was during its golden age?

first shah Abbas was the leader of the safavid empire during its golden age.


What is the difference between the ottomans and the Safavid's?

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Who was the leader of the safavid empire during its golden age?

first shah Abbas was the leader of the safavid empire during its golden age.