Proper Nouns Lexicon

The Tang Dynasty, reigning from 618 to 907, is often viewed as a golden age of Chinese civilization, marked by cultural, economic, and artistic innovations.

Tanzimat refers to a series of administrative, legal and institutional reforms implemented in the Ottoman Empire between 1839 and 1876. These reforms aimed to modernize the state, strengthen central authority and reorganize imperial institutions in response to the political and economic challenges of the nineteenth century.

The Taungoo Dynasty was a Burmese dynasty that ruled over Burma (now Myanmar) from the 16th to the 18th century, known for its territorial expansion and contributions to the unification of the country.

Thaipusam is a Hindu religious festival celebrated by the Tamil community in honor of the god Muruga, the son of Shiva and Parvati. It takes place during the Tamil month of Thai (January-February) and is marked by acts of intense devotion and penance.

Tham Theung is a cave located in the same mountain as Tham Ting in Laos. It is known for its Buddha statues and its cultural and spiritual significance.

Tham Ting is one of the sacred caves located at the mouth of the Ou River in the Mekong, Laos. The other one is Tham Theung.  Known for its countless Buddha statues.

The Thar Desert is a vast arid region located in India and Pakistan. It is one of the largest deserts in the world and is known for its sand dunes and traditional villages.

Thebes, known in ancient Egypt as Waset, was one of the most important cities in Egypt. Located in Upper Egypt on the eastern bank of the Nile, it became the religious and political capital during various periods, especially in the New Kingdom.

Thich Quang Duc (1897-1963) was a Vietnamese Buddhist monk known for his protest against the persecution of Buddhists by the South Vietnamese government, which culminated in his self-immolation in Saigon in 1963.

Thien Hau, also known as Mazu, is a goddess revered in Chinese and Vietnamese traditions as the protector of sailors and fishermen.