Arab traders

Definition

Arab traders were merchants from the Arabian Peninsula who engaged in long-distance trade along established sea routes. They played a significant role in the diffusion of goods, ideas, and religions across various regions.

Related terms

Silk Road: Refers to the ancient network of trade routes connecting East Asia with Europe and Africa. It facilitated cultural exchange between different civilizations.

Indian Ocean Trade: This term refers to the maritime trade network that connected countries around the Indian Ocean basin, including Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

Trans-Saharan Trade: The trans-Saharan trade was a network of trading routes that connected West Africa with North Africa and facilitated the exchange of goods and ideas between these regions.