Emperor Xiaozong of Song_
Xiu Prefecture
"Born — Died "
Born
Xiu Prefecture
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Birthplace
Xiu Prefecture
Nationality
Spouses
Chengmu Impress, Empress Chenggong, Empress Chengsui, Li Shi, Xia Shi
Children
5 children: Emperor Guangzong of Song, Zhao Kai, Zhao Ke, Zhao Qi, Zhao Shi
Parents
Zhao Zicheng, Lady, of the Zhang clan
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Popularity
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Emperor Xiaozong of Song: Chinese Song dynasty emperor from 1162 to 1189.
Born in Xiu Prefecture (died at age 66).
Biography
Emperor Xiaozong of Song, personal name Zhao Shen, courtesy name Yuanyong, was the 11th emperor of the Song dynasty of China and the second emperor of the Southern Song dynasty. He started his reign in 1162 when his adoptive father and predecessor, Emperor Gaozong, abdicated and passed the throne to him. Even though Emperor Gaozong became a Taishang Huang after his abdication, he remained the de facto ruler, so Emperor Xiaozong only took full power in 1187 after Emperor Gaozong's death. After ruling for about a year, Emperor Xiaozong followed in his predecessor's footsteps and abdicated in favour of his third son Zhao Dun, while he became Taishang Huang and still remained in power until his death in 1194.
Connections (13)
Spouse of
Empress Chenggong
Spouse of
Empress Chengsui
Spouse of
Chengmu Impress
Spouse of
Li Shi
Spouse of
Xia Shi
Child of
Zhao Zicheng
Child of
Lady, of the Zhang clan
Parent of
Zhao Qi
Parent of
Zhao Kai
Parent of
Zhao Shi
Parent of
Zhao Ke
Parent of
Emperor Guangzong of Song
Sibling of
Zhao Bogui
Related People
Frequently Asked Questions
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Emperor Xiaozong of Song was born on and passed away on at the age of 66.
Where was Emperor Xiaozong of Song born?
Emperor Xiaozong of Song was born in Xiu Prefecture.
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