Early in the Emirate's history, the local elites of Toledo and Córdoba often bristled under the central authority of the Umayyads. Growing resentment toward Emir Al-Hakam I.
By 1031, the people of Córdoba had enough. They abolished the Caliphate entirely, leading to the era of the "Taifa" (small independent kingdoms).
Berber mercenaries, Slavic guards, and local Arabs fought for control of the throne.
Early in the Emirate's history, the local elites of Toledo and Córdoba often bristled under the central authority of the Umayyads. Growing resentment toward Emir Al-Hakam I.
By 1031, the people of Córdoba had enough. They abolished the Caliphate entirely, leading to the era of the "Taifa" (small independent kingdoms).
Berber mercenaries, Slavic guards, and local Arabs fought for control of the throne.