Post-Classical Era

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The Post-Classical Era refers to the period of time that immediately followed the Classical Era. During the years in between 500 and 1453 AD.

The 'Post-Classical Era is the period of Western history following the fall of the great classical empires in the Mediterranean region. This period is more commonly known as the Middle Ages.

During the Post-Classical Era, significant developments include:

• The expansion and growth of civilization into new areas across Asia, Africa and Europe.
• The growth and geographical spread of major world religions, Islam being the most successful religion during this time.
• Increased communication and trade between the Western world and the Eastern world.
• The Classical Period of Mesoamerican Civilization.

In European history the Post-Classical Era coincides with the Middle Ages. During this period, the eastern empires continued to expand through trade, migration and conquests of neighboring areas. While after the fall of the classical western empires, civilizations emerged to form complex tribal societies.

[edit] High Post-Classical Period

The years between 500-1000 AD is referred to as the Post-Classical Era, (Traditions and encounters text book).

[edit] See also

• Classical antiquity
• Middle Ages
• Dark Ages