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Northern Yan

407 CE – 436 CE · about 29 years

The Northern Yan was one of the Sixteen Kingdoms, inheriting what was left of the Later Yan around Longcheng. Some historians count Gao Yun, of Goguryeo royal descent, as its first ruler, others Feng Ba. The Northern Wei conquered it in 436.

Key facts

Dates407 CE – 436 CE
RegionChina & Tibet
ContinentAsia
CapitalLongcheng
FounderGao Yun / Feng Ba
Religion(s)Buddhism

Before & after

Preceded by

Later Yan

Followed by

Northern Wei

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.