Heian period

The Heian period is the last division of classical Japanese history, running from 794 to 1185. It followed the Nara period, beginning when the 50th emperor, Emperor Kammu, moved the capital of Japan to Heian-kyō. Heian (平安) means 'peace' in Japanese.

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Which happened first?

• Heian period began 1 year after Viking Age
• Heian period began 6 years before Aghlabids
• Heian period began 6 years before Carolingian Empire
• Heian period began 6 years after Idrisid dynasty
• Heian period began 6 years before Chera dynasty

Timeline

1. Idrisid dynasty788–974
2. Viking Age793–1066
3. Heian period (this page)794–1185
4. AghlabidsAD 800 – March 21, AD 909
5. Carolingian Empire800–887
6. Chera dynasty800–1102

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