Songhai Empire (Songhay İmparatorluğu) photograph

Songhai Empire (Songhay İmparatorluğu)

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Capital Gao
Government Monarchy
Currency (Cowry shells, and gold coins)
Common languagesMandinka
Bozo
Mooré
Date dissolved1591
Historical eraPostclassical Era
Date of Reg.
Date of Upd.
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About Songhai Empire (Songhay İmparatorluğu)


The Songhai Empire was a state that dominated the western Sahel in the 15th and 16th century. At its peak, it was one of the largest states in African history. The state is known by its historiographical name, derived from its leading ethnic group and ruling elite, the Songhai.

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