The Taifa of Tavira (Arabic: طائفة تاويرا) was a medieval Islamic taifa Moorish kingdom in what is now southern Portugal. It existed only from around 1146 to 1150. It was centered in the city of Tavira.

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Taifa of Tavira
1146–1150
CapitalTavira
Common languagesArabic, Mozarabic, Hebrew
Religion
Islam, Christianity (Roman Catholic), Judaism
GovernmentMonarchy
Historical eraMiddle Ages
 Established
1146
 Absorbed by the Almohads
1150
CurrencyDirham and Dinar
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Taifa of Silves
Almohad dynasty
Today part ofPortugal
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'Umarid dynasty

  • 'Umar: fl. mid-12th century (1146–1150)



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