Samudera Pasai Sultanate

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Samudera Pasai Sultanate built?Circa 1267 CE by Merah Silu (Sultan Malik ul Salih)
2. What is the location?Northern coast of Sumatra, strategically positioned on the Strait of Malacca
3. Who founded the Samudera Pasai Sultanate?It was founded by Merah Silu, who converted to Islam and took the name Malik ul Salih in 1267 CE.
4. Why was the location of Samudera Pasai important?Its location on the Strait of Malacca made it a key stop for ships traveling between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, so it became a busy trading hub.

Entrepôt: A trading post or center where goods are imported, stored, and then re-exported.
Islamization: The process by which Islam spread and became established in new regions and societies.
Chokepoint: A strategic narrow passage that controls movement between larger areas, vital for trade and military strategy.