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The Nanzhao Kingdom was a state centered in what is now Yunnan in southwestern China from 738 to 902. Formed through the consolidation of several regional polities, it occupied a strategic position between Tang China, Tibet, and mainland Southeast Asia and alternately fought and allied with its neighbors. Its population included multiple ethnic and linguistic communities, and its rulers governed from the area around present-day Dali before the kingdom's overthrow.
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Nanzhao Kingdom ranks #113 of 464 in the Kingdom ranking, behind Kingdom of Georgia (Caucasus), ahead of Kingdom of Bohemia.
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Where was the Nanzhao Kingdom located?
The Nanzhao Kingdom was a powerful state located in what is now the Yunnan province of southern China. It thrived in this mountainous region, which allowed it to remain relatively isolated from major Chinese empires. Its capital was based around modern-day Dali.
When did the Nanzhao Kingdom exist?
The kingdom was founded in 737 and lasted until its eventual collapse in 902. This period overlapped with China's powerful Tang dynasty. It eventually fell due to internal corruption and court intrigues.
Did the Nanzhao Kingdom ever fight the Tang dynasty?
Yes, the Nanzhao Kingdom successfully resisted invasions from the Tang dynasty forces on multiple occasions. Their military prowess allowed them to maintain independence in the southwest. They notably defeated Tang armies in the late 8th century.
What led to the fall of the Nanzhao Kingdom?
The kingdom eventually fell in 902 due to severe internal corruption, court intrigues, and constant military conflicts. A top minister named Zheng Maisi staged a coup, ending the Nanzhao lineage. It was replaced by the Dali Kingdom shortly after.
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