660

Saimei 6 (斉明六年)

Timeline of 660

• 660/3 The Korean kingdom of Paekche is attacked by an allied Tang-Silla force.
• 660/8 Paekche is defeated and conquered; its territory is annexed by Silla.

Other Events of 660

• Emperor Gaozong of Tang suffers a stroke; Wu Zetian takes over as regent.
• The king of Paekche is pardoned and released at Luoyang; ambassadors from Wa confined by the Chinese authorities are made to attend and witness this event, and are then allowed to leave for home.

Births and Deaths

• Yamanoue no Okura is born (d. 733).

Previous Year 659

660

Following Year 661