Rajahnate of Cebu: Map & History
Cebu, also called Sugbu, informally referred to as the Rajahnate of Cebu, was an Indianized mandala (polity) monarchy on the island of Cebu in the Philippines prior to the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors.
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Cebu, also called Sugbu, informally referred to as the Rajahnate of Cebu, was an Indianized mandala (polity) monarchy on the island of Cebu in the Philippines prior to the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors. It is known in ancient Chinese records as the nation of Sokbu (束務) (Hokkien) or Suwu (Mandarin). According to Visayan oral legend, it was founded by Sri Lumay or Rajamuda Lumaya, a half-Malay and half-Tamil from Sumatra.
Rajahnate of Cebu in Depth
History
A kingdom called Suwu was mentioned in the 1225 Chinese Annals, the Zhufan Zhi (諸蕃志), and during the 17th Century this was the same name used for Cebu among Chinese traders to the Philippines thus it is presumed to be the same location.
Selingaan Island), Shimiao (Simmiu/Simbio), Rili (Jatlai/Jitleh, possibly Jelai), Hulumantou (Wulomantau/Holobantau), Suwu (Somat/Sobut), Lima (Leima/Libeh), Danyu (Damjyu/Tamu), and Manuo (Manok/Belok) are located on islands in the sea. Their people travel to and fro in small boats, and their clothing and diet are the same as those of Boni. They produce sheng agarwood, lakawood, beeswax, and tortoiseshell. Merchants can trade for these with white porcelain ware, wine, rice, coarse salt, white spun silk, and trade-quality gold.
Sections adapted from Wikipedia: Cebu (historical polity) (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Rajahnate of Cebu: Key Facts
| Form of government | monarchy |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1450 |
| Dissolved | 4 June 1565 |
Facts from Wikidata Q4401071 (CC0).
Rajahnate of Cebu Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Rajahnate of Cebu appears, with the other states of the time.
Rajahnate of Cebu Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 6,669 km² in 1568 CE.
Rajahnate of Cebu: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Rajahnate of Cebu exist?
Rajahnate of Cebu is dated to 1497 CE – 1571 CE, in the Early Modern & Age of Discovery era.
What was the capital of Rajahnate of Cebu?
The capital of Rajahnate of Cebu was Singhapala (Modern Mabolo district in Cebu City).
How large was Rajahnate of Cebu at its peak?
At its peak in 1568 Rajahnate of Cebu covered about 6,669 km².
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