Taifa of Orihuela

The Taifa of Orihuela (Arabic: طائفة أريولة) was a medieval taifa Moorish kingdom. It existed probably from around 1239 to 1249.

Taifa of Orihuela
1239–1249
CapitalOrihuela
Common languagesArabic, Mozarabic, Hebrew
Religion
Islam, Christianity (Roman Catholicism), Judaism
GovernmentMonarchy
Historical eraMiddle Ages
 Established
1239
 Conquered by Castile
1249
CurrencyDirham, Dinar
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Almohad dynasty
Crown of Castile

List of Emirs

Islamic dynasty

  • Abu Dja'far: fl. 13th century
  • Abu'l-Hasam: died 1249/50


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