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
Rome
Mediterranean
Holy Roman Empire
Central Europe
Southern Europe
Pope Leo VIII
until 6 Mar
Pope John XIII
from 11 Oct
East Asia
Emperor Muzong of Liao
Liu Jun
Emperor Taizu of Song
Japan