South and East Asia

• Society: History: By Region: Asia  (175)

The Coming of Islam - An illustrated article on the introduction of Islam to Indonesia.

History of Islam in Vietnam - Covers the history of the Muslim community, from the introduction of Islam by coastal traders to 1975.

Islam: A Worldwide Religion and Its Impact in Southeast Asia - Text of a lecture by Dr Susan Russell painting a broad picture of the introduction of Islam to Southeast Asia.

Islam and China - An article from the BBC; an overview from 650 to the present.

Islam in China - About the history and present of Islam and Muslims in China.

Islam in Peninsular Malaysia - A historical survey of the Muslim community in Peninsular Malaysia, from its arrival (42 years after the death of Muhammad) to the present.

Islamic Heritage of Muslims in China - A brief overview of Islam in China since its introduction in the 17th century.

The Islamic Traditions of Cirebon - An academic study of Islam on the island of Java, its introduction, development, practices, and current status.