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Ismail I

Founder and first shah of Safavid Iran

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Ismail I was the founder and first shah of Safavid Iran, ruling from 1501 until his death in 1524. His reign is one of the most vital in the history of Iran, and the Safavid era is often considered the beginning of modern Iranian history. Under Ismail, Iran was unified under native rule for the first time since the Islamic conquest of the country eight-and-a-half centuries earlier.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Ardabil wd
Died
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Place of death
Tabriz wd
Citizenship
Safavid Iran wd
Occupation
governor, monarch, military leader, head of state, politician, poet wd
Spouse
Tajlu Begum wd

Positions held wd

  • list of Safavid monarchs (22 December 1501 – 23 May 1524)

Questions

When was Ismail I born?
Ismail I was born on 17 July 1487 in Ardabil.
What positions has Ismail I held?
Positions held by Ismail I include: list of Safavid monarchs (1501–1524).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Ismail I · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q214559 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Portrait of Shah Ismail I. Inscribed "Ismael Sophy Rex Pers". Painted by Cristofano dell'Altissimo, dated 1552-1568.jpg by Cristofano dell'Altissimo (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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