Emperor Gaozu, facing constant Eastern Turkish incursions, …
Years: 625 - 625
Emperor Gaozu, facing constant Eastern Turkish incursions, seriously considers burning Chang'an to the ground and moving the capital to Fancheng (in modern Xiangfan, Hubei), a suggestion that Li Jiancheng, Li Yuanji, and the chancellor Pei Ji agree with.
Li Shimin is opposed, however, and the plan is not carried out.
