Ten Kingdoms

The Ten Kingdoms refers to a historical period in Chinese history during the late Tang Dynasty, around the 9th to 10th centuries, when multiple short-lived states emerged in China. These kingdoms arose after the fragmentation of imperial power, as regional warlords established their own governance. The major powers included the kingdoms of Wu, Min, and Chu, among others. This era was marked by political instability and cultural developments until the eventual unification under the Song Dynasty. It highlights the complex dynamics of power struggles, regional identity, and the shifting landscape of Chinese governance during that time.