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Al-Maqrizi

Al-Maqrizi, an Arab historian from the 14th and 15th centuries, is renowned for his detailed accounts of Egyptian history, including anecdotes about the Sphinx of Giza.

Alaouite

The term “Alaouite” refers to the ruling dynasty of Morocco, established in the 17th century and originating from the Tafilalet region.

Alexander the Great

Alexander the Great, born in 356 BC and died in 323 BC, was a king of Macedonia and one of history's greatest conquerors. During his reign from 336 to 323 BC, he created an empire that stretched from Greece to India.

Almoravid

The Almoravids were a Berber dynasty that ruled over the Maghreb and Andalusia in the 11th and 12th centuries, known for their role in spreading Islam and developing Islamic architecture.

Amarna

Amarna is an archaeological site in Egypt, known for being the short-lived capital under Pharaoh Akhenaten, where he established the worship of Aten.

Ambavilasa

Ambavilasa, also known as the Durbar Hall of Mysore Palace, is a lavish hall used by the Maharajas of Mysore for royal audiences and formal events. Located in the magnificent Mysore Palace, this hall is a stunning example of Indian architecture and royal grandeur.

Ambubachi Mela

Ambubachi Mela is an annual festival celebrated at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, marking the menstruation period of the goddess Kamakhya.

Amenhotep III

Amenhotep III, also known as Nebmaatre, was a prominent pharaoh of ancient Egypt who reigned from 1386 to 1349 BCE. His governance is often seen as the zenith of ancient Egypt.

Amin Muhammad

Muhammad Amin Khan was a khan of Khiva, known for his reign from 1845 to 1855 and for the construction of the Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa.

Synonyms - Muhammad Amin Khan, Khan Muhammad Amin, Muhammad Amin
Amitabha

Amitabha, also known as Amitāyus, is a central figure in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly revered in Pure Land Buddhism traditions. He is symbolized as the Buddha of infinite light and life.