Wattasid dynasty: Map & History
The Wattasid dynasty was a ruling dynasty of Morocco.
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The Wattasid dynasty was a ruling dynasty of Morocco. Like the Marinid dynasty, its rulers were of Zenata Berber descent. The two families were related, and the Marinids recruited many viziers from the Wattasids. These viziers gradually assumed many of the powers of the sultans. In 1458 or 1459, Abd al-Haqq II reasserted direct Marinid authority and suppressed the Wattasid family, reportedly killing many of its members. In 1465, Abd al-Haqq was killed during a revolt in Fez, after which the Wattasids eventually established control over the former Marinid realm.
Modern Countries Once Part of Wattasid dynasty
At its mapped extent, Wattasid dynasty covered territory in 1 present-day country. The period shown is when the mapped borders include that country, and the note says how much of it.
Largest Present-Day Cities in Its Territory
Each opens on the live map inside Wattasid dynasty's borders of that time.
Derived by testing mapped cities against this polity's dated territorial polygons, so the list is indicative and follows the borders in the source dataset.
Wattasid dynasty in Depth
History
Morocco was in decline when the Berber Wattasids assumed power. The Wattasid family had been the autonomous governors of the eastern Rif since the late 13th century, ruling from their base in Tazouta (near present-day Nador). They had close ties to the Marinid sultans and provided many of the bureaucratic elite. While the Marinid dynasty tried to repel the Portuguese and Spanish invasions and help the kingdom of Granada to outlive the Reconquista, the Wattasids accumulated absolute power through political maneuvering. When the Marinids became aware of the extent of the conspiracy, they slaughtered the Wattasids, leaving only Abu Abd Allah al-Sheikh Muhammad ibn Yahya alive.
Overview
Morocco endured a prolonged multifaceted crisis in the 15th and early 16th centuries brought about by economic, political, social and cultural issues. Population growth remained stagnant and traditional commerce with the far south was cut off as the Portuguese occupied all seaports. At the same time, the towns were impoverished, and intellectual life was on the decline.
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Wattasid dynasty: Key Facts
| Official language | Berber |
|---|---|
| Religion | Sunni Islam |
| Form of government | sultan, monarchy |
| Currency | Dirham |
| Founded | 1472 |
| Dissolved | 1554 |
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Facts from Wikidata Q970799 (CC0).
Wattasid dynasty Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Wattasid dynasty appears, with the other states of the time.
Wattasid dynasty Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 388,316 km² in 1471 CE.
Wattasid dynasty: Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Wattasid dynasty exist?
The Wattasid dynasty is dated to 1468 CE – 1555 CE, in the Early Modern & Age of Discovery era.
What was the capital of the Wattasid dynasty?
The capital of the Wattasid dynasty was Fez.
How large was the Wattasid dynasty at its peak?
At its peak in 1471 AD the Wattasid dynasty covered about 388,316 km².
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