Social Studies: Muslim Innovations: Geography and Navigation
Learn about the innovations of the Muslim world, including architectural achievements, the development of Baghdad, and the role of mosques in society. This guide provides resources to explore their lasting impact.
This Arab America article highlights the contributions of Arab and Muslim scholars to geography and navigation, showcasing their advancements in mapmaking, exploration, and maritime technology.
This 1001 Inventions article explores the achievements of Muslim navigators, highlighting their contributions to maritime exploration, cartography, and the development of navigational instruments.
A digital copy of The Book of Roads and Kingdoms from Leiden University Library. This digital collection showcases historical Islamic maps and other items.
This 1001 Inventions article explores the contributions of Muslim travelers and explorers, highlighting their journeys, discoveries, and impact on global trade and knowledge exchange.
This British Museum blog explores the significance of astrolabes in the Islamic world, highlighting their role in navigation, astronomy, and scientific advancements.
This Google Arts & Culture feature, in collaboration with 1001 Inventions, explores the mastery of astrolabes in the Islamic world, highlighting their use in astronomy, navigation, and timekeeping.
This Met Museum collection page features a historic Islamic astrolabe, highlighting its craftsmanship, scientific significance, and role in navigation and astronomy.
