1160

Events 
 Erik den helige is succeeded by Karl Sverkersson. See Swedish monarchs.
 Heiji Rebellion in Japan
 Yasovarman II succeeds his uncle Dharanindravarman as ruler of the Khmer Empire. Dharanindravarman's son Jayavarman, acquieses to his cousin's succession and goes into exile in neighboring Champa.
 Spital am Semmering founded by Margrave Ottokar III of Styria
 The City of Tomar is founded in Portugal by Gualdim Pais

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