Iran, Islamic Republic of, Kerman atabegs (qutlughkhanid), 1 Dirhem – ND

Description

Kerman”s Atabegs were a dynasty that ruled the Kerman region, in southeastern Iran, during the thirteenth century. During their government, the atabegs managed to establish a political entity and exercise a high degree of autonomy in the region. The atabegs emerged as military governors under the domain of the sejucids in the twelfth century. As the sejcid power weakened, Kerman”s atabegs began to expand their influence and control over the province. They gradually became independent and established their own dynasty. One of the most prominent atabegs was Kutalmish, who ruled in the first half of the 12th century. During his reign, he managed to ensure control over Kerman and expand the territory under his domain. He promoted the development of the city of Kerman and sponsored culture, literature and arts. However, the atabegs also had to face threats and conflicts. They fought against other local rulers and defended themselves from foreign invasions, such as the Khwarazmians and the Mongols. Under the leadership of Muhammad II, who ruled in the mid -thirteenth century, Kerman”s atabegs reached their maximum splendor. Kerman became an important cultural and economic center, and the arts, architecture and poetry flourished. However, at the end of the thirteenth century, the Mongol ilkanato began to expand towards Iran and Kerman was invaded by the Mongols. Kerman”s atabegs lost their independence and were subjected to Mongol domain. Although Kerman”s Atabegs dynasty came to an end with the Mongol invasion, they left a significant legacy in the region. His government provided Kerman stability and economic and cultural development during his reign. In addition, their resistance to foreign invasions and their struggle for regional autonomy make them an important part of the history of the Kerman region.