Civilizations & archaeology

Shan States

from 1215 to 1563

Historic (1885-1948) name for Minor Kingdoms (analogous to Princely state of British India) ruled by Saopha (similar to Thai royal title Chao Fa Prince/Princess) in areas of today's Burma, China, Laos and Northern Thailand from c.1215 to c.1959. It was established in 1215 and lasted until 1563 (about 348 years).

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