623 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 6th century – 7th century – 8th century |
| Decades: | 590s 600s 610s – 620s – 630s 640s 650s |
| Years: | 620 621 622 – 623 – 624 625 626 |
The year 623 was a common year that started on a Saturday. It was an important time for changes in Europe and art in Asia.
Events Around the World
Europe: New Leaders and Kingdoms
Kings and Kingdoms
In the year 623, some big changes happened in Europe. Clotaire II, who was the King of the Franks (a powerful group of people in what is now France and Germany), made his son, Dagobert I, the new king of a region called Austrasia. This was a way to share power and help manage his large kingdom.
The Rise of Samo's Kingdom
Another important event was the rise of Samo. He was a merchant, which means he bought and sold goods. Samo was chosen by the Slavs to be their king. The Slavs were people living in areas that are now Moravia, Slovakia, and Lower Austria. Samo's kingdom was one of the first known states of the Slavs. He helped them fight against other groups and create their own independent area.
Art and Culture
Famous Art in Japan
In Japan, a famous artist named Tori Busshi created an important sculpture called the "Shaka Triad." This artwork was placed in the kon-dō, which is a main hall, at the Horyu-ji temple. This temple is one of Japan's oldest and most famous Buddhist temples. The "Shaka Triad" is a great example of art from the Asuka period in Japan.
Images for kids
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Borders of Slav territories under Samo's rule
See also
In Spanish: 623 para niños
