Civilizations in Review: Saadi Sultanate
The Saadi Sultanate is the last dynasty in Morocco before the modern and current Alawite ruling family. Lasting roughly 150 years, this dynasty is best known for its trading prowess throughout Europe and Northern Africa and is architectural marvels. Its name “Saadi” stems from the Arabic word for happiness, unlike many other empires whose name stems from a key ruler or geographic feature. They are also known as a Sharifian empire, or a community directly descended from the Prophet Muhammed, PBUH. The El Badi Palace in Marrakech which still stands today is one of its best-known architectural marvels. Thank you to Emelie Jimenez for writing about this influential dynasty from recent history.