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Throughout Chinese history, "Emperor" (Chinese: 皇帝; pinyin: Huángdì) was the superlative title held by the monarchs who ruled various imperial dynasties or Chinese empires. In traditional Chinese political theory, the emperor was the "Son of Heaven", an autocrat with the divine mandate right to rule all under Heaven.
21 wrz 2017 · The emperors of ancient China had tremendous power and responsibility. Called the 'Son of Heaven', he (and once she) was given a divine right to rule over all...
A comprehensive overview of the rulers of China from mythological origins to the fall of the imperial system in 1912. Learn about the titles, names, reigns, and legacies of the Chinese emperors and kings.
A photograph of the Xuantong Emperor, widely considered to be the last legitimate monarch of China, taken in AD 1922. Dynastic rule in China collapsed in AD 1912 when the Republic of China superseded the Qing dynasty following the success of the Xinhai Revolution.
Learn about the history and significance of the Chinese emperors, who ruled over China for thousands of years. Explore the timeline of the dynasties, emperors, and events that shaped ancient China.
A comprehensive list of Chinese emperors and dynasties from the Xia Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty, with dates and names. See works of art related to each ruler or period in the Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History.
3 cze 2019 · Learn about the life and achievements of Qin Shi Huangdi, who unified ancient China and built the Great Wall. Discover his brutal methods, his quest for immortality, and his mysterious terra-cotta army.
