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Islamic & Medieval Era
Buluggin ibn Ziri
Early Islamic / Medieval
Leaders & StatesmenLate 10th centuryAlgiers
He is often named as the founder of medieval Algiers (al-Jazair).
Historical significance
He is traditionally credited with founding or rebuilding several major Algerian cities, including Algiers and Miliana.
Their story
Son of Ziri ibn Manad, Buluggin took over leadership of the Zirids when the Fatimids moved their capital to Egypt. Trusted to govern the Maghreb in their name, he reorganized cities, founded new ones and pushed Zirid rule deep into the region.
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He is often named as the founder of medieval Algiers (al-Jazair).