Nizari Ismaili State
دولة الإسماعيلية النزارية
dawlat al-ismāʿīliyya al-nizāriyya
🏛️Historical
Network of fortresses and territories in Persia and Syria (1090-1256).
Full Definition
The Nizari Ismaili State was a network of fortresses and territories established by Hasan-i Sabbah and his successors across Persia and Syria from 1090 to 1256 CE. Centered at Alamut, the state maintained independence through strategic fortifications and diplomatic skill. It was renowned for its libraries, scholarship, and effective administration until its destruction by the Mongols.