Southeast AsiaAsia
Mạc dynasty
The Mạc dynasty was founded by the general Mạc Đăng Dung, who took the throne from the Lê. Lê loyalists backed by the Trịnh lords fought it in a long civil war and retook Thăng Long in 1592. A remnant Mạc state survived in Cao Bằng until 1677.
Key facts
| Dates | 1527 – 1677 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Southeast Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Đông Kinh, Cao Bằng |
| Founder | Mạc Đăng Dung |
| Religion(s) | Confucianism, Buddhism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.