Taksin

King of Thailand

Taksin - King of Thailand
Born

April 17th, 1734
291 years ago

Died

April 7th, 1782
243 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Thailand

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Ruled as the King of Thailand after the fall of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Established the Thonburi Kingdom in 1767, consolidating power after the Burmese invasion. Expanded the territory and revived trade and agriculture in the region. Promoted Buddhism and embraced cultural integration among various ethnic groups, leading to a period of relative stability and prosperity.

Founded the Thonburi Kingdom in 1767

Restored order and trade after war

Promoted Buddhism and cultural integration

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