List of political entities in the 16th century BC facts for kids
This article is about the different political entities (think of them as early countries or kingdoms) that existed during the 16th century BC. This time period lasted from 1600 BC to 1501 BC. It was a time when many ancient civilizations were growing and changing, especially in places like the Middle East, Egypt, and parts of Asia.
A political entity is basically a group of people living in a defined area, with their own government or ruler. These could be small cities that ruled themselves, or large empires that controlled vast lands and many different peoples. In the 16th century BC, these entities were often led by kings, pharaohs, or other powerful leaders. They had their own laws, armies, and ways of life.
- Political entities in the 17th century BC – Political entities in the 15th century BC – Political entities by century
- Further information: List of Bronze Age states
Ancient Kingdoms of the 16th Century BC
This list shows some of the important independent states that were around during the 16th century BC. Some of these were very powerful empires, while others were smaller kingdoms or city-states. The "Years" column tells you when these entities existed, though some might have been around for only part of the 16th century BC.
| Kingdom or State | Years it Existed |
|---|---|
| Akkadian Empire | 2334 – 2193 BC |
| Amorite | 2000 – 1595 BC |
| Armi | 2290 – 40 BC |
| Aramea | 2300 – 700 BC |
| Arzawa | 2300 – 1200 BC |
| Assyria | 2025 – 911 BC |
| Athens | 1556 – 355 BC |
| Babylonia | 1894 – 732 BC |
| Byblos | 1800 – 970 BC |
| Chorrera | 1800 – 300 BC |
| Dardania | 1527 – 1183 BC |
| Dilmun | 2600 – 675 BC |
| Ebla | 3500 – 1600 BC |
| Egypt | 3050 – 1550, 1077 – 322 BC |
| Egyptian Empire | 1550 – 1077 BC |
| Elam | 2800 – 550 BC |
| Eshnuna | 2000 – 8th century BC |
| Gojoseon | 2333 – 108 BC |
| Gutium | 2108 – 2089 BC |
| Hatti | 2700 – 1900 BC |
| Hitti | 1900 – 1600 BC |
| Hittite Empire | 1600 – 1178 BC |
| Hyksos | 1800 – 1178 BC |
| Kassite Empire | 1531 – 1135 BC |
| Illyria | 2000 – 168 BC |
| Indus | 3100 – 1300 BC |
| Kizzuwatna | 1600 – 1220 BC |
| Kussara | 1900 – 1650 BC |
| Libu | 1550 – 630 BC |
| Lukka | 2000 – 1183 BC |
| Lullubi | 2400 – 650 BC |
| Luvia | 2300 – 1400 BC |
| Magan | 2200 – 550 BC |
| Mari | 2900 – 1759 BC |
| Minoa | 2700 – 1420 BC |
| Mittani | 1690 – 1300 BC |
| Mycenaea | 1600 – 1100 BC |
| Mygdonia | 16th century BC – 6th century BC |
| Namar | 2350 – 750 BC |
| Pelasgia | 3000 – 1183 BC |
| Purushanda | 2000 – 1650 BC |
| Punt | 2400 – 1069 BC |
| Qi | 1600 – 445 BC |
| Qiang | 2000 BC – 150 BC |
| Sea Peoples | c. 2000 – 1175 BC |
| Shang China | 1600 – 1046 BC |
| Sumeria | 2900 – 1674 BC |
| Sumpa | 1600 BC – 7th century AD |
| Ugarit | 2500 – 1090 BC |
| Upper Mesopotamia | 1809 – 1776 BC |
| Văn Lang | 2879 – 258 BC |
| Xu | 2000 – 512 BC |
Learn More About Ancient Times
- List of Bronze Age states
- List of Classical Age states
- List of Iron Age states
- List of states during Antiquity
- List of state leaders in the 16th century BC
