989 facts for kids

989 was a year in the 10th century. It was a time when many important things happened around the world.

What Happened in 989?

Space and Science

• In September, Halley's Comet reached its closest point to the Sun. This is called "perihelion." Halley's Comet is a famous comet that can be seen from Earth about every 75 years.

Education and Culture

• The famous Sankore University was started in Timbuktu. Timbuktu was a very important city in West Africa. Sankore University became one of the world's oldest and most respected centers for learning. People came from all over to study subjects like religion, law, and astronomy there.

Important People Born in 989

• Adémar de Chabannes (died 1034): He was a monk and a historian. This means he lived in a religious community and wrote about past events. His writings help us understand what happened in his time.
• Gisela of Swabia (died 1043): She became the Holy Roman Empress. This was a very powerful position. She was the wife of the Holy Roman Emperor, who ruled a large area in Europe.

Important People Who Died in 989

• 6 September – Sharaf al-Daula: He was an "emir" of Kerman and Fars. An emir was a ruler or governor in some Islamic countries. He was an important leader in those regions.