PacificOceania
Saudeleur dynasty
The Saudeleur dynasty was the first government uniting the island of Pohnpei in Micronesia. Its rulers built the stone city of Nan Madol on artificial islets. Tradition says the hero Isokelekel overthrew it around 1628.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1100 – c. 1628 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Pacific |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Type | island kingdom |
| Capital | Nan Madol |
| Religion(s) | Pohnpeian religion |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.