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The dawn of Christianity in the 1st century CE brought about a significant shift in the religious and political landscape of southern Battganuur. The new faith, with its message of salvation and universal brotherhood, resonated with many in the region, particularly among the urban populations who had already been exposed to Istroyan ideas and philosophies. In the 4th century CE, a charismatic leader named Ashrafi rose to prominence. He united the disparate Christian communities of southern Battganuur under his banner, establishing the Ashrafinid Empire. This empire, with its capital at Ctesiphon (modern-day Salman Pak), quickly expanded its influence, encompassing the entire southern region and even challenging the Arunid Empire for control of the Sea of Kandahar. The Ashrafinid Empire was a period of cultural flowering and economic prosperity. Ctesiphon became a center of Christian learning and scholarship, attracting theologians, philosophers, and artists from across the [[Audonia]]n world. The empire's economy thrived on trade, agriculture, and the production of luxury goods, such as textiles, spices, and precious metals. The rise of the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate]] in the 7th century CE marked a turning point in the history of southern Battganuur. The Caliphate's expansionist policies brought it into conflict with the Ashrafinid Empire, leading to a series of bloody wars. In 762 CE, after a prolonged siege, Ctesiphon fell to the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Oduniyyad]] forces, marking the end of the Ashrafinid Empire. The region was incorporated into the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]], and Islam gradually replaced Christianity as the dominant religion. Many of the Ashrafinid aristocracy, refusing to renounce their faith, fled to [[Levantia]], where they established the kingdom of [[Hištanšahr]], preserving their cultural and religious heritage.

The [[Oduniyyad Caliphate]]'s dominion over Battganuur marked a significant chapter in the region's history, characterized by a confluence of religious fervor, cultural exchange, and geopolitical conflict. This period witnessed the spread of Islam, the flourishing of intellectual and artistic pursuits, and the challenges posed by external forces, particularly the Crusades. Following the collapse of the [[Arunid Empire]] and then the Ashrafinid Empire, the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate]] swiftly extended its influence over Battganuur. The introduction of Islam, a monotheistic faith with a strong emphasis on social justice and community, profoundly reshaped Battganuuri society. Mosques sprang up across the land, replacing or coexisting with {{wp|Zoroastrian}} fire temples and {{wp|Buddhist}} monasteries. The {{wp|Arabic language}}, the lingua franca of the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]], gained prominence in administration, trade, and scholarship. While the initial spread of Islam was often accompanied by military conquest, it gradually became a process of cultural assimilation and religious conversion. The [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]]'s emphasis on education and social welfare attracted many Battganuuri to the new faith, leading to a gradual but significant shift in the religious landscape. The Oduniyyad period was marked by a remarkable flourishing of intellectual and artistic pursuits in Battganuur. The [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]]'s patronage of scholarship and the arts created a vibrant intellectual atmosphere, attracting scholars, poets, and artists from across the Islamic world. Cities like Alihijan and Isfahan became centers of learning, where renowned scholars and scientists made significant contributions to fields such as mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy. Battganuuri artisans excelled in producing exquisite textiles, ceramics, metalwork, and calligraphy, which were highly prized throughout the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]]. Battganuur's strategic location, straddling the [[Sea of Kandahar]] and bordering the [[Sea of Istroya]], made it a vital crossroads for trade and cultural exchange. The [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]]'s vast network of roads and maritime routes connected Battganuur to distant lands, facilitating the flow of goods, ideas, and people.

=== Colonial era ===