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 followed the fall of the great classical empires in Asia and the Mediterranean.

During the Post-Classical Era, significant developments include:

The expansion and growth of civilization into new areas such as 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 with the eastern world.

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 1000 - 1453 AD is referred to as the High Post-Classical Period. This period saw the invention of the magnetic compass, and the drawing of accurate maps by Arab navigators. these inventions caused series of expansions and increasing of trade and communication.