Explore the Rise and Reign of the Tang Dynasty

Study Notes

Tang Xuanzong was a skilled ruler who knew the importance of using talented officials.
He appointed six capable chancellors and relied on them to stabilize the government and develop the economy.
He reformed the system of petitioning officials and improved the legal system.
He encouraged agriculture, industry, and trade, leading to a prosperous economy.
He had a grand procession to Mount Tai for a religious ceremony.
He built many palaces on his travels between the capital cities.
His reign extended to Central Asia, with a vast territory and a population of 80 million.
He had a scandalous affair with Yang Yuhuan, a woman renowned for her beauty and talent in music and dance.
He faced a crisis when his three sons were deposed and killed, and he had to choose a new heir.
He oversaw the revision and compilation of the legal code, which became the basis for later dynasties.
The "Kaoyuan Qianling" was a law code created during the Tang Dynasty.
It was revised and expanded during the reigns of Song Jing and Su Song.
The revised law code was called "Kaoyuan Houling" and was included in the "Tang Ludi".
The Tang Dynasty strengthened its military to defend against threats from neighboring regions.
The Tang Dynasty expanded its territory and recaptured lost regions.
The Tang Dynasty had a large amount of cultivated land and advanced agricultural techniques.
Water conservation and irrigation were improved during the Tang Dynasty.
Tea production and trade flourished during the Tang Dynasty.
The Tang Dynasty had advanced silk and ceramic industries.
Chang'an was a major city and international center during the Tang Dynasty.