The city came under the Muslim rule in the 12th century.
The islands were under Muslim rule from 1348 to 1391.
The Muslim rule naturally had its influence on the life and culture of people.
Under Muslim rule, the building was turned into a mosque, later becoming a hospital.
During Muslim rule the neighborhood developed around a castle built in the 10th century.
Thus Muslim rule was established in the region which continued for a long time thereafter.
"We will not accept living in a unified state under Muslim rule," he said.
Thereafter the Muslim rule lasted for about five hundred years.
The 13th century witnessed the advent of Muslim rule in the region.
During this period of Muslim rule a richly complex culture developed.