An interactive database for the study of Islamic Culture, particularly in the early centuries. Includes maps, articles, biographies and a timeline.

Important dates in Muslim history, organised by century.

Online conversion tool to convert between western and Muslim calendars; includes background information on the Hijri system.

A categorized listing of links to aspects of the history of Islam; also includes translations of source texts, and articles.

An article on the history of Islam, from the early community, to the 20th century resurgence. Taken from the Encyclopedia of Politics and Religion, ed. Robert Wuthnow (1998).

A multimedia presentation of the history of Islam, from pre-Islamic society to the decline of the Caliphate.

A susbstantial and detailed perspective on the history of Islam, by Kelley L Ross, Los Angeles Valley College, California.

A collection of articles presenting the history and development of Islam in Africa, America, the Balkan states, China, Japan, Malaysia, and the USSR.

Historical review of the Muslim contribution to humanity and Islamic Civilization. Gives biographies of scientists and describes their contributions and influence on European thought and discoveries.

An extended essay on the history of Middle Eastern Islam, from the time of Mohammed to the 20th century.

Covers the 7th to the 17th centuries, including information about Islamic art; bibliography.

An interactive presentation by the Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation (UK) explores Islamic achievements and contributions to science, technology and civilisation.

Articles about the history of Islamic medicine and the contributions of Muslim physicians (including Avicenna, Al-Razi, Al-Zahrawi, and Ibn Al-Nafis); also includes some primary sources.

A companion site to the PBS television series "Islam: Empire of Faith", which presented the history of Islam from the time of Muhammad to the Ottoman sultans. Includes educational resources, interactive timeline, and articles on Islam and Muslim culture.

A brief history of Islam, and of the development of Muslim culture.