China & TibetAsia
Southern Qi
The Southern Qi was the second of the Southern dynasties, ruling southern China from Jiankang. Its rule was short and troubled by palace purges. Xiao Yan replaced it with the Liang dynasty in 502.
Key facts
| Dates | 479 CE – 502 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | China & Tibet |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Jiankang |
| Founder | Xiao Daocheng (Emperor Gao) |
| Religion(s) | Buddhism |
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.