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Anatolian Seljuk Sultan I Giyaseddin Keyhusrev

2026-08-19

<p>I. Gıyaseddin Keyhüsrev ascended the throne twice. His years of exile in Byzantium gave him experience in diplomacy. He took Antalya and launched the Seljuks into the sea; trade revenues increased. After his brother&apos;s quarrels, he tried to rally the state. He died during the battle of Alasehir in 1211. Maritime trade and port policy changed the Anatolian Seljuk economy.Keyhüsrev is described as an open-minded and urban sultan type. His sons paved the way for the era of Keykavus and Keykubad.</p>

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