İslâm Şehir Tarihinde Sûse (Fâtımîlerin Mısır’a İntikaline Kadar)

Sousse, located on the Mediterranean coast of central Tunisia, emerges as a pivotal city in North African history, particularly during the Ahlabid and Fatimid dynasties. This study reveals that Sousse's strategic location, fortified infrastructure, and economic vitality—spanning maritime power, trade, and cultural influence—positioned it as one of the most significant cities in Ifriqiya (modern-day Tunisia). Unlike previous assumptions, Sousse maintained its prominence even after the rise of Fatimid capital cities like Mahdia and Mansuriya, serving as a bulwark against invasions and a linchpin for regional trade and naval dominance. The research synthesizes historical sources, including geography, chronicles, and travelogues, alongside modern studies to demonstrate Sousse's enduring political, military, economic, and cultural impact until the end of Fatimid rule in Egypt. This fills a critical gap in academic literature on North African urban history.

Erbaş, F. (2025). İslâm Şehir Tarihinde Sûse (Fâtımîlerin Mısır’a İntikaline Kadar). Harran Theology Journal, (53), 183–203. https://doi.org/10.30623/hij.1632792