1135
Maimonides born at Cordoba
In the Almoravid capital of al-Andalus, a Jewish boy was born who would flee the Almohad persecution, settle in Cairo, serve as physician to Saladin's…
Death of Henry I and the Anarchy begins
The English king died in Normandy from a surfeit of lampreys, leaving no surviving legitimate son.
Kamo no Chomei born
The future author of the Hojoki, one of the most celebrated essays in Japanese literature, was born into a low-ranking Shinto priest's family in Kyoto.
Almoravid empire begins to crumble
In the wake of Almohad victories in the south, the governors of Valencia and Murcia declared independence from Marrakech.
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1135?
Saeculum lists 4 events from 1135. The most significant is Maimonides born at Cordoba.
What era was 1135 part of?
1135 falls within the High Middle Ages (1000-1300). Crusades, cathedrals, and the slow waking of Europe.
Which regions saw notable events in 1135?
The events from 1135 span Africa, Europe and East Asia.