Beylik of Menteshe: Map & History
Menteshe was the first of the Turkish Anatolian beyliks (principality), the frontier principalities established by the Oghuz Turks after the decline of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum.
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Menteshe was the first of the Turkish Anatolian beyliks (principality), the frontier principalities established by the Oghuz Turks after the decline of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum. Founded in 1260/1290, it was named for its founder, Menteshe Bey. Its capital city was Milas (Mylasa) in southwestern Anatolia.
Beylik of Menteshe in Depth
History
The Beylik of Menteshe was a regional naval power of its time. They were sometimes referred to as the Sea Turks as they were the first seafaring Beylik. Menteshe managed to briefly conquer part of Rhodes in 1300 under Mesut Bey. Venetian sources indicate that Venetian merchants carried out trade with Menteshe, particularly the port of Mağrı, during the latter half of the 13th Century, as a continuation of a trade relationship that had begun under the Seljuks. This trade relationship increased after 1300. Most of the Venetian merchants active in this trade were based in the Venetian colony of Crete. Goods sent by Menteshe to Crete included grain, horses, and alum. Despite this mercantile relationship, ships originating in Menteshe frequently engaged in piracy.
Legacy
The present-day Muğla Province of Turkey was named the sub-province (sanjak) of Menteshe until the early years of the Republic of Turkey, although the provincial seat had been moved from Milas to Muğla with the establishment of Ottoman rule in the 15th century.
Sections adapted from Wikipedia: Menteshe (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Beylik of Menteshe: Key Facts
| Capital | Menteşe district |
|---|---|
| Official language | Turkish |
| Form of government | monarchy |
| Founded | 1261 |
| Dissolved | 1425 |
Facts from Wikidata Q1400572 (CC0).
Beylik of Menteshe Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Beylik of Menteshe appears, with the other states of the time.
Beylik of Menteshe Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 5,886 km² in 1410 CE.
Beylik of Menteshe: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Beylik of Menteshe exist?
Beylik of Menteshe is dated to 1305 CE – 1414 CE, in the High & Late Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of Beylik of Menteshe?
The capital of Beylik of Menteshe was Menteşe district.
How large was Beylik of Menteshe at its peak?
At its peak in 1410 AD Beylik of Menteshe covered about 5,886 km².
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