China

Imperial Consort Niu – The unofficial ruler of the Tang Dynasty

Imperial Consort Niu was an imperial consort to Emperor Shunzong of the Tang Dynasty empire.[1] She was his favourite.[2] However, she did not bear him any children.[3] Imperial Consort Niu was a remarkable figure.[4] This was because she was the unofficial ruler of the Tang empire during Emperor Shunzong’s reign.[5] The birthdate of Imperial Consort Niu is unknown.[6] She [read more]