<p> Desert Bloom- Caravan Cities What led to the development of trading centers in Arabia in the 500s? What made Mecca one of the most important of these trade centers? How did the growth of Mecca affect the Quraysh?</p><p>In the box below, explain the typical development of a desert oasis into a city.</p><p>By the late 500s, several of these desert towns had grown into important trade centers. The Quraysh tribe settled in Mecca</p><p>How did the Quraysh encourage the How did the Quraysh encourage the growth of Mecca as a trade center? growth of Mecca as a religious center?</p><p>By A.D. 500, Mecca was the most successful trade center in Arabia</p><p>How was Mecca different from other trading cities?</p>