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Narathu

Type Figure Region Southeast Asia Time c. 1118–1170 Also known as Narathu、Kalagya Min

Narathu was a king of the Pagan dynasty of Myanmar, born around 1118 CE and reigning from 1167 to 1170.…

Timeline

  1. 1118–1167Bagan · Mandalay RegionAs a son of Alaungsithu, he grew up in the royal court and became embroiled in succession disputes, active as a prince at the Bagan court between 1141 and 1150 CE.
  2. 1167Bagan · Mandalay RegionIn 1167 he murdered his father Alaungsithu and declared himself king, establishing his claim to succession by violence and shocking the court and the realm.
  3. 1167–1170Bagan · Mandalay RegionDuring his reign he oversaw the construction of the massive Dhammayangyi Pagoda, but his rule was cruel; he was assassinated around 1170, and the throne passed to his successor.

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