A moment in history
7 thrones active across 10 rulers, a snapshot of the 10th century.
Explore who held power in each world throne this year.
England
all year
Western Europe
Scotland
Mediterranean
Romanos II
until 20 Mar
Nikephoros II Phokas
from 21 Aug
Holy Roman Empire
Central Europe
Papacy
Southern Europe
East Asia
Emperor Muzong of Liao
Liu Jun
Emperor Taizu of Song
Japan