Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c14.s4.t5.1

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Wu Zetian, also known as Wu Zhao (624-705 CE, on the throne from 690-705 CE), was the only empress in the history of China. She paid special attention to Buddhist doctrines, and provided great endorsement for the translation of Buddhism scriptures, and therefore made great contributions to the cultural exchange between China and India.