AD 131

AD 131 refers to the year 131 in the Anno Domini (AD) calendar era, which is synonymous with the Common Era (CE). It was a common year starting on Sunday of the Julian calendar.

During AD 131, several significant historical events and developments may have occurred, though specific details are often scarce and fragmented across historical records. It is important to note that the availability and reliability of information from this period can vary greatly.

The year falls within the reign of Emperor Hadrian in the Roman Empire. Hadrian's reign (117–138 AD) was characterized by relative peace and stability, along with extensive building projects and administrative reforms. He travelled extensively throughout the empire, overseeing infrastructure and solidifying Roman authority. Events of AD 131 would have occurred within the context of his larger policies and travels. Specific events in particular regions of the empire likely differed, from local administrative changes to construction projects. The impact of Roman rule on provincial populations and cultures continued during this period.

Details concerning events outside the Roman Empire in AD 131 are often even more limited. Developments in various regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas would have occurred independently, shaped by their unique socio-political and environmental contexts, though specific information is often not readily available in easily accessible historical sources.