China & TibetAsia
Northern Han
The Northern Han was the only one of the Ten Kingdoms in northern China, founded at Taiyuan by Liu Chong, a member of the Later Han ruling family. It survived as a client of the Khitan Liao. The Song conquered it in 979, completing reunification.
Key facts
| Dates | 951 CE – 979 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | China & Tibet |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Taiyuan |
| Founder | Liu Chong (Emperor Shizu) |
| Religion(s) | Buddhism, Taoism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.