Heian-kyō
former name of Kyoto, capital of Japan 794–1868 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Heian-kyō (平安京, literally "tranquility and peace capital") was the capital of Japan from 794 to 1868.[1] Heian-kyō is one of several former names for the city now known as Kyoto.
In 794, Emperor Kammu established this city as Japan's capital. The move from Heijō-kyō to Heian-kyo marks the beginning of the Heian period of Japanese history.[2]
The design of Heian-kyō mirrored grid pattern of Chang'an, which was the Tang Dynasty capital of China.
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