Historical eventJuly 2706

Emperor Gaozong of Tang

The bodies of Emperor Gaozong of Tang and Empress Wu Zetian were interred in the Qianling Mausoleum.

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When
Friday, July 2 7061320 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
8th century · 700s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 706.

What happened

The bodies of Emperor Gaozong of Tang and Empress Wu Zetian were interred in the Qianling Mausoleum.

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When did Emperor Gaozong of Tang happen?

July 2 706 — 1320 years ago, on a Friday.

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