Giudicato of Logudoro: Map & History
The Judicate of Logudoro or Torres was one of the four kingdoms or iudicati into which Sardinia was divided during the Middle Ages.
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The Judicate of Logudoro or Torres was one of the four kingdoms or iudicati into which Sardinia was divided during the Middle Ages. It occupied the northwest part of the island from the 11th through the 13th century, bordering the Gallura to the east, Arborea to the south, and Cagliari to the southeast. Its original capital was Porto Torres. The region is still called Logudoro today.
Giudicato of Logudoro in Depth
History
Sardinia was an imperial province of the Byzantine Empire until the 9th century, when the Arabs and Berbers began pursuing aggressive policies of expansion and piracy in the Mediterranean. The gradual conquest of Sicily by these groups from 827 on effectively cut Sardinia off from the central government and military might of the Empire, and the Byzantines found the island increasingly difficult to supply and defend. In the absence of instruction or reinforcement, the Sardinian provincial Byzantine officials, called iudices ("judges") began to govern autonomously. A single archontate was formed to govern the entire island, that nominally still recognized the Byzantine emperor.
Sections adapted from Wikipedia: Judicate of Logudoro (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Giudicato of Logudoro: Key Facts
| Capital | Porto Torres |
|---|---|
| Founded | 8th century |
| Dissolved | 1259 |
Succeeded by
- Kingdom of Sardinia
Facts from Wikidata Q1761381 (CC0).
Giudicato of Logudoro Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Giudicato of Logudoro appears, with the other states of the time.
Giudicato of Logudoro Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 8,247 km² in 1254 CE.
Giudicato of Logudoro: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Giudicato of Logudoro exist?
Giudicato of Logudoro is dated to 866 CE – 1259 CE, in the Early Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of Giudicato of Logudoro?
The capital of Giudicato of Logudoro was Ardara, Porto Torres, Sassari.
How large was Giudicato of Logudoro at its peak?
At its peak in 1254 AD Giudicato of Logudoro covered about 8,247 km².
How did the map of Giudicato of Logudoro change over time?
Giudicato of Logudoro appears on 4 dated world maps in the atlas, from 900 CE to 1200 CE. Each shows its borders in that year next to the other states of the time.
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