Developed great civilizations without major influence from western Europe
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Songhai was a Muslim empire, with Islam being the predominant religion in the region. The rulers of Songhai embraced Islam, and it played a significant role in shaping the society and culture of the empire.
== Songhai achieved expansion under the ruler of Sonni Ali,Ali was a Muslim like the Mali rulers before him. He was an efficient warrior who in the 1460's conquered many of the nieghboring states around Songhai. These were just a few of the many achievements of songhai for more go to songhai-empire
The city of Timbuktu in Mali became the center of Muslim culture in Songhai due to its famous mosques, libraries, and reputation as a center of learning and trade. It was a hub for Islamic scholarship and trade routes in West Africa.
Songhai clothing is typically made of colorful fabrics and features intricate embroidery and patterns. Men often wear loose-fitting robes called "boubous," while women wear long wraparound skirts with matching tops. Traditional headwraps are also commonly worn by both men and women in Songhai culture.
Songhai people did not use guns like those near the coast, where the Portugese selled guns. Moroccans had guns, Songhai were armed with basic weapons. Moroccans had artillery also.
Yes, songhai is a kingdom.
The capital of Songhai was Gao. It served as a major trading hub and political center for the Songhai Empire in West Africa.
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Songhai was mainly Islamic
Gao was the capital of the Songhai Empire.