Tsangyang
Tibetan Dalai Lama of the 5th
Born
1683
342 years ago
Died
November 15th, 1706
318 years ago — 23 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Tibet
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Born in the early 17th century, this figure became the 5th Dalai Lama and played a pivotal role in unifying Tibet. His reign marked the establishment of the Ganden Phodrang government, which laid the foundation for the future political structure of Tibet. This individual also contributed to the cultural and religious development of Tibetan Buddhism. The completion of the Potala Palace in Lhasa during his leadership remains a significant achievement, symbolizing political authority and spiritual prominence. His time as Dalai Lama is noted for stabilizing and consolidating the region under a centralized government while promoting the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism.
Unified Tibet under the Ganden Phodrang government
Established the Potala Palace in Lhasa
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