How many times did Nanjing serve as the capital of regional empires?

Nanjing has served as the capital of regional empires seven times throughout its history.1

These periods of regional governance include:

• The Kingdom of Wu: During the Three Kingdoms period, Sun Quan established the city as his capital from 229 to 280.2
• The Six Dynasties: Following the fall of the Western Jin, the Dong (Eastern) Jin dynasty (317–420) chose the city as its capital. Subsequently, Nanjing served as the seat of government for four successive dynasties: the Liu-Song (420–479), Nan Qi (479–502), Nan Liang (502–557), and Nan Chen (557–589).2
• The Nan Tang: During the Five Dynasties period, the Nan Tang briefly maintained a regional regime in the city from 937 to 975.2