In Chinese history, there were hundreds of emperors throughout various periods or dynasties. Listed below are some interesting facts about emperors of China.
- The first emperor of China: Yin Zheng of Qin Dynasty (221 BC–206 BC)
- The last emperor of China: Pu Yi of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD)
- The Chinese emperor who reigned for the longest period: Kang Xi of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD)
- The Chinese emperor who reigned for the shortest period: Wanyan Chenglin of Jin Dynasty (1115 – 1234 AD)
- The oldest emperor when ascending the throne: Wu Zetian of Tang Dynasty (617 – 907 AD)
- The youngest emperor when ascending the throne: Liu Long of Han Dynasty (206 BC–220 AD)
- The most longevous Chinese emperor: Qian Long of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD)
- The least longevous Chinese emperor: Liu Long of Han Dynasty (206 BC–220 AD)
- The Chinese emperor with the most children: Kan Xi of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD)
- The most atrocious Chinese emperor: Hong Wu of Ming Dynasty (1368―1644 AD)
- The Chinese emperor who was most famous for his poems: Hou Zhu of Southern Chen Dynasty (557 – 582 AD)
- The Chinese emperor who was most famous for his calligraphy and paintings: Zhao Ji of Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD)