1043
Ly Thai Tong establishes Temple of Literature in Hanoi
The Vietnamese king founded the Van Mieu, a temple dedicated to Confucius, in his capital at Thang Long.
Tughril Beg makes Ray his capital
The Seljuk sultan established his court at Ray near modern Tehran and began issuing coins in his name.
Yaroslav the Wise attacks Constantinople
The Kievan grand prince launched a naval expedition against Constantinople in response to the killing of Rus merchants…
Qingli reforms in Song China
Fan Zhongyan, a leading Song official, launched a reform program addressing corruption and military weakness.
Nong Zhigao rebellion erupts in Song south
A Zhuang chieftain in what is now Guangxi raised a rebellion against Song authority, capturing the regional capital of Yongzhou and briefly threatening…
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1043?
Saeculum lists 5 events from 1043. The most significant is Ly Thai Tong establishes Temple of Literature in Hanoi: The Vietnamese king founded the Van Mieu, a temple dedicated to Confucius, in his capital at Thang Long.
What era was 1043 part of?
1043 falls within the High Middle Ages (1000-1300). Crusades, cathedrals, and the slow waking of Europe.
Which regions saw notable events in 1043?
The events from 1043 span Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Europe and East Asia.