Transoxiana and Khwarazm in the Works of Arab Geographers: A Historiographic Analysis of Western Studies

Arab geographers' works, such as those by al-Idrisi and Abu al-Fida, significantly influenced Western European geography during the late Middle Ages and early modern periods. These scholars provided highly accurate descriptions of Transoxiana and Khorezm, which were crucial for European cartography and the Age of Discovery. The study reveals that Arab geographical knowledge was often overlooked in Western historiography but played a pivotal role in preserving classical heritage and advancing global mapping. A historical-comparative approach, content analysis, and biographical method were used to assess the recognition of Arab authors in Western literature and trace the evolution of their contributions over time.

Amirbekova, S., Massimkhanuly, D., & Begimbayeva, A. (2025). TRANSOXIANA AND KHWARAZM IN THE WORKS OF ARAB GEOGRAPHERS: A HISTORIOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF WESTERN STUDIES. Kazakhstan Oriental Studies, 16(4). https://doi.org/10.63051/kos.2025.4.22