Question

Which of Aksumâs achievements has continued into modern times?

Answer 1

Answer:

The establishment of Christianity was the long lasting achievement of the Aksumites. Today Ethiopia is home to millions of Christians.  

Explanation:

The kingdom of Aksum was centred around northern Ethiopia and Eritrea. It existed from 100-940 AD. It was a trading empire and fell in 7th century due to increased competition from the Muslim Arab traders rise of local peoples.

Aksum kingdom was involved into the trade network between Indian and the Mediterranean  and exported tortoise shell, emeralds, gold, silk and spices.

King Ezna succeeded to the throne after the death of his father, as an infant and  his mother ruled the kingdom. A young Syrian christian man who was captured and brought to court educated him. When he became the ruler of Aksum he himself converted to Christianity and established it as the official religion