Emperor Yang Jian: The Rise of the Sui Dynasty and His Legacy as Wendi

The Sui Dynasty (581–618 CE) marks a significant chapter in Chinese history, primarily due to the influential reign of Emperor Yang Jian, who later adopted the era name Wendi. This report examines the rise of the Sui Dynasty under Yang Jian’s leadership and evaluates his legacy, particularly his contributions to unifying China after centuries of fragmentation during the Southern and Northern Dyna