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Later Liang (Sixteen Kingdoms)
The Later Liang was one of the Sixteen Kingdoms, founded by the Lü family of the Di people with its capital at Guzang in Gansu. Its founder Lü Guang eventually declared himself "Heavenly King". It broke apart into three rival Liang states and surrendered to the Later Qin in 403.
Key facts
| Dates | 386 CE – 403 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | China & Tibet |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Guzang |
| Founder | Lü Guang |
| Religion(s) | Buddhism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.