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1145| 1100–1532 | South America [administration] | The Inca empire dominates the Andes region of South America. Its population numbers as many as 12 million. Incan society is based on a strict hierarchy, with an emperor who rules with absolute power. Their religion is based on sun-worship, and they are skilled builders who create a system of roads and irrigation. | | 1112–1167 | Pagan [political events] | During the reign of King Alaungsithu, the Burmese kingdom of Pagan reaches the peak of its political and cultural influence. | | 1145 | Champa, Khmer Empire [wars] | The Khmer emperor Suryavarman II conquers the kingdom of Champa. | | 1145 | France [churches and temples] | Construction begins on the royal portal at the west end of Chartres Cathedral in Chartres, France. Its sculpture shows the transition from the Romanesque to the Gothic style of architecture. | | 1145 | Persia [churches and temples] | Construction begins on the ‘Friday Mosque’ at Isfahan, Persia, capital of the Seljuk Turks. | | 15 February 1145 | Italy [administration] | Bernard of Pisa is elected Pope Eugenius III following the death of Pope Lucius II. |
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