The spread of the Islamic Caliphates created another empire extending from Spain to India in a rapid span of time. Yet, there were significant differences and conflicts between the Abbasid and Umayyad...

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1.0 There were significant differences and conflicts between the Abbasid and Umayyad Caliphates. What is the origin of these, and what influences are found in these respective areas?
Umayyad Caliphates mainly focused on the Mediterranean coast and Abbasid mainly focused on the plains of Iran and Iraq. The major factor that influenced the foundation of Abbasid and Umayyad Caliphates is the death of Prophet Ali (Muhammad’s son in law). After the death, the entire Muslim population divided into two groups Abbasid and Umayyad Caliphates (Brey...