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Palace Fire in Kaifeng, Northern Song

Type Event Region China Time 1034

In 1034, a great fire broke out in the Kaifeng palace city, prompting Emperor Renzong to order relief, rebuilding, and fire-prevention reforms, expos…

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  1. 1034Kaifeng palace city · Kaifeng CityA sudden fire broke out in the Kaifeng palace city during the Jingyou era, spreading to halls and corridors; palace regalia and some buildings were damaged, shocking the court and the public.
  2. 1034Kaifeng · Kaifeng CityThe court distributed supplies to aid the victims, began rebuilding damaged palace structures, and reiterated fire bans and patrol measures to stabilize order in the capital.

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