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Which king founded the new royal capital of Mandalay?
Which king founded the new royal capital of Mandalay?
- King Bhumibol
- King Mongkut
- King Rama
- King Mindon (correct)
What was the purpose of founding Mandalay?
What was the purpose of founding Mandalay?
- To commemorate a historic event
- To establish a trading hub
- To fulfill a prophecy (correct)
- To create a military stronghold
How large was the citadel surrounding Mandalay's royal palace compound?
How large was the citadel surrounding Mandalay's royal palace compound?
- 500 acres
- 3000 acres
- 1020 acres (correct)
- 2000 acres
How many gates were there on each side of the walls surrounding the citadel?
How many gates were there on each side of the walls surrounding the citadel?
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What other structure did the king commission besides the royal palace compound?
What other structure did the king commission besides the royal palace compound?
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What was the area of the new capital city site of Mandalay?
What was the area of the new capital city site of Mandalay?
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How many walls surrounded the citadel of Mandalay?
How many walls surrounded the citadel of Mandalay?
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What were the dimensions of the moat surrounding the citadel?
What were the dimensions of the moat surrounding the citadel?
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What was the name of the pagoda commissioned by the king?
What was the name of the pagoda commissioned by the king?
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What was the purpose of founding a new capital in Mandalay?
What was the purpose of founding a new capital in Mandalay?
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