The Imported Goods to Baghdad Markets at the Time of Abbasid Era

Abstract: Aims: The current aims to investigate the nature of the imported goods to Baghdad's markets during the Abbasid era and their impact on the economy and society. The study also focusing on Baghdad's role as a global trading center that attracted goods from various regions due to its special geographical location at the crossroads of trade routes. Methodology: The current study adopted the historical analytical approach. More precisely, the study focused on the historical references that documented Abbasid trade. The study also analyzed the nature of imported goods and their economic and social role. Results: After analyzing all the data and information, the results showed that Baghdad's Commercial Status at the time of Abbasid Era became a global center of trade, importing rare and luxury goods from the East and West via land and river routes. There was a diversity of imported goods included food commodities such as spices, wheat, and dried fruits, as well as luxury goods such as silk, perfumes, and precious stones, which came from India, China, Yemen, and Andalusia. The results also showed that the impact of trade on Baghdad's prosperity was significant, in the commercial activity contributed to create wealth and jobs opportunities which finally led an urban and cultural renaissance reflected in arts and handicrafts. The results also showed that this era had a significant impact on regulation of trade, in which the Abbasid state imposed laws to regulate markets, supervised the quality of goods, and prevented commercial fraud through government offices. Conclusions: It can be concluded that Baghdad was the heart of global trade, as its geographical location and state support contributed to making it a center of civilization and commercial exchange. In the light of the results of the current study, the research recommends a deeper study of the Abbasid trade systems and their impact on society and culture .