473 BC facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium BC |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 6th century BC – 5th century BC – 4th century BC |
| Decades: | 500s BC 490s BC 480s BC – 470s BC – 460s BC 450s BC 440s BC |
| Years: | 476 BC 475 BC 474 BC – 473 BC – 472 BC 471 BC 470 BC |
The year 473 BC happened a very long time ago. It was part of the ancient Roman calendar, even before the calendar we use today. "BC" means "Before Christ," so this was 473 years before the start of the Christian calendar. In this year, important events happened in ancient China and Japan.
What Happened in 473 BC?
This year saw big changes in ancient China. One powerful state took over another. Also, a famous shrine was built in Japan.
Changes in Ancient China
In ancient China, there were many different states, like small kingdoms. They often fought for power and land. In 473 BC, one of these states, called Wu, was defeated.
The Fall of the Wu State
The State of Wu was a strong kingdom in ancient China. It had been powerful for many years. However, in 473 BC, it was conquered by another state. This meant the State of Wu no longer existed as an independent kingdom.
The Rise of the Yue State
The state that took over Wu was called the State of Yue. By defeating Wu, Yue became even more powerful. This event changed the map of ancient China. It was a major victory for the Yue state.
A New Shrine in Japan
Far away in Japan, a special place was built. The Hikawa Shrine was created in a place now known as Saitama, Saitama. Shrines are important religious sites in Japan. They are places where people go to worship and pray. The Hikawa Shrine is still an important landmark today.
Important People
One important person connected to the events of 473 BC was a king from China.
King Fuchai of Wu
King Fuchai of Wu was the last ruler of the State of Wu. He was the king when his state was defeated by the State of Yue. His death marked the end of the Wu kingdom. He was a king during the Zhou Dynasty in China.
See Also
In Spanish: 473 a. C. para niños
