Frequently Asked Questions on Wu Zetian
Question: Did Wu Zetian really murder her baby daughter?
Answer: There is no contemporary evidence proving the accusation, and many historians question whether the story is true.
Question: Was Wu Zetian a ruthless tyrant or a capable ruler?
Answer: She was both a determined political survivor and one of China’s most capable reforming rulers.
Question: Why did Wu Zetian move the capital to Luoyang?
Answer: Luoyang strengthened her political position and better supported her vision for the Zhou dynasty
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