Part 5: The Fall of Timbuktu The Lost Kingdom of Timbuktu: A Tale of Ancient Mali

The fall of Timbuktu was a long and drawn-out affair. The city had been a major center of trade and learning for centuries, but by the late 15th century, it had become a target for various empires looking to expand their power.

In 1493, the Songhai Empire, led by Askia Muhammad I, invaded Timbuktu. The city was taken without much resistance and the Songhai Empire began to rule over the city.

For the next century, Timbuktu was a part of the Songhai Empire. It was a prosperous time for the city, as it was a major center of trade and learning. However, the city was also a target for other empires looking to expand their power.

In 1591, the Moroccan Empire invaded Timbuktu. The city was taken without much resistance and the Moroccan Empire began to rule over the city.

For the next century, Timbuktu was a part of the Moroccan Empire. The city was still a major center of trade and learning, but it was also a target for other empires looking to expand their power.

In 1693, the Tuareg Empire invaded Timbuktu. This time, the city was not taken without a fight. The Tuareg Empire was able to take the city, but it was a costly victory. The city was destroyed and many of its inhabitants were killed or enslaved.

Timbuktu was never the same after this invasion. The city was no longer a major center of trade and learning. It had become a shadow of its former self.

The fall of Timbuktu marked the end of an era. The city had been a major center of trade and learning for centuries, but it was now a shadow of its former self. The city was no longer a major center of trade and learning, and its inhabitants were no longer free.