Southeast AsiaAsia
Konbaung dynasty
The Konbaung dynasty was the last ruling dynasty of Burma, founded by Alaungpaya. It sacked Ayutthaya in 1767 and repelled four Qing invasions. Three wars with Britain ended in the fall of Mandalay in 1885.
Key facts
| Dates | 1752 – 1885 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Southeast Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Shwebo, Ava, Amarapura, Mandalay |
| Founder | Alaungpaya |
| Religion(s) | Theravada Buddhism |
Before & after
Preceded by
Toungoo Empire Lan Na Kingdom of Mrauk U
Followed by
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.