Majapahit empire: Quick Facts

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Facts

Date	1201 - 1550

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Map highlighting the extent of the Majapahit Empire in Southeast Asia, with orange shading covering parts of present-day Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and East Timor. The map also shows surrounding countries such as Thailand and the Philippines, with current international boundaries indicated. An inset locator map in the top right corner shows the region's position within Asia.

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Indonesia

country, Asia

Key People

Gajah Mada

Gajah Mada

prime minister of Majapahit Empire

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Hayam Wuruk

ruler of Majapahit