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Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

Taiyuan

  • The Founding of the Tang: Li Yuan’s Rise to Power [Sui & Tang]

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    Juan

    This article tells the founding of the Tang Dynasty by Li Yuan. Amid Sui’s collapse, Li Yuan plotted a revolt in Taiyuan, outwitted Li Mi to seize Chang’an, and installed a puppet emperor. After Emperor Yang’s assassination, Li Yuan took the throne in 618, establishing Tang and ending the chaotic Sui regime.

  • Protected: Painted Skin

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    Ana

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  • Fox-Girl Qingfeng

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    Ana

    The Gengs of Taiyuan were an aristocratic family of long standing who lived in an enormous manor. Eventually their fortunes declined and half of the rambling complex of storied buildings and living quarters was left desolate.