The 10th century was the period from 901 through 1000 in accordance with the Julian calendar, and the last century of the 1st millennium.. In China the Song dynasty was established. The Muslim World experienced a cultural zenith, especially in al-Andalus under the Caliphate of Córdoba and in Samanid Empire under Ismail Samani.Additionally, there was cultural …

The 26th century BC was a century that lasted from the year 2600 BC to 2501 BC. Events Crete. c. 2600–2400 BC: Early Minoan I period in ... The city, which had only 4,000 citizens at the time, would become a large capital during the 40 years of Mesannepada's reign. Its opulence was brought about by its commercial activity: ...

ancient Egypt, civilization in northeastern Africa that dates from the 4th millennium bce. Its many achievements, preserved in its art and monuments, hold a fascination that continues to grow as archaeological finds expose its secrets. This article focuses on Egypt from its prehistory through its unification under Menes (Narmer) in the 3rd millennium bce—sometimes used as a …