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Silla was a Korean kingdom that existed from 57 BCE to 935 CE and was one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. With support from Tang China, it defeated Baekje and Goguryeo and established control over much of the Korean peninsula in the seventh century. Silla adopted Buddhism as a state ideology, developed a distinctive court culture, and is represented by royal tombs, gold regalia, Buddhist sculpture, and other remains centered around Gyeongju.
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What was Silla?
Silla was a Korean kingdom that existed from 57 BCE to 935 CE. It was one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea.
How did Silla unify much of Korea?
With support from Tang China, Silla defeated Baekje and Goguryeo during the seventh century. It then established control over much of the Korean peninsula.
What religion did Silla adopt?
Silla adopted Buddhism, which became an important part of its state and cultural life. Buddhist influence can be seen in the kingdom’s later art, architecture, and institutions.
How long did the Silla kingdom last?
Silla’s traditional dates run from 57 BCE to 935 CE, covering nearly a thousand years. It remained a major Korean kingdom until the later medieval period.
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