Lan Na Kingdom
State · 1294–1563 CE · at its largest around 1344 CE
A Tai kingdom of northern Thailand founded by King Mangrai, who established Chiang Mai as its capital in 1296. It became a centre of Theravada Buddhism before falling under Burmese control in 1558.
On its lands while it lasted
- Chiang Saen (c. 1294 CE): Capital of Lan Na Kingdom (1294–1563), Lan Na (1600–1761).
- Lan Xang (1353–1707 CE): Lao kingdom founded by Fa Ngum in 1353, with its early capital at Luang Prabang; it split into rival kingdoms from 1707.
- Luang Prabang (c. 1363 CE): Capital of Lan Xang (1363–1560), Kingdom of Laos (1956–1975).
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