Dive into the vast and rich chronology of Turkic and Steppe history with Khan's Den. From the majestic nomadic empires like the Xiongnu and Huns that shaped Eurasian landscapes to the enduring cultural legacies of the Turks and Mongols that span centuries, join our journey through the heartlands of Central Asia and beyond. Explore the triumphs, struggles, and profound influences of Steppe peoples on global history – with a focus on the Turkic peoples – from ancient times to the End of the Middle Ages. And lastly, re-discover long-forgotten myths and legends that shaped the identities and legacies of these nomadic societies. From Mongolia to Ukraine, from Ötüken to Budapest, and from the Orkhon Inscriptions to Attila's speeches, let us dive into the enduring spirit of the Eurasian Steppe Belt.
All episodes are produced by Emre-E. Yavuz, founder and owner of the Khan's Den media channels and author of "The Göktürks: Origins, Religion and Rapid Rise of the First Turkic Empire" and "The Göktürks: Second Edition".
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Dive into the vast and rich chronology of Turkic and Steppe history with Khan's Den. From the majestic nomadic empires like the Xiongnu and Huns that shaped Eurasian landscapes to the enduring cultural legacies of the Turks and Mongols that span centuries, join our journey through the heartlands of Central Asia and beyond. Explore the triumphs, struggles, and profound influences of Steppe peoples on global history – with a focus on the Turkic peoples – from ancient times to the End of the Middle Ages. And lastly, re-discover long-forgotten myths and legends that shaped the identities and legacies of these nomadic societies. From Mongolia to Ukraine, from Ötüken to Budapest, and from the Orkhon Inscriptions to Attila's speeches, let us dive into the enduring spirit of the Eurasian Steppe Belt.
All episodes are produced by Emre-E. Yavuz, founder and owner of the Khan's Den media channels and author of "The Göktürks: Origins, Religion and Rapid Rise of the First Turkic Empire" and "The Göktürks: Second Edition".
Tired of historical clichés? This episode debunks the myth of 'unstable steppe states' by delving into the rich histories of the Göktürk, Uyghur, and Kyrgyz Khaganates. Far from fleeting, these Turkic empires defied expectations with sophisticated organization, enduring governance, and profound cultural legacies.
Discover how the First Turkic Khaganate, led by the Ashina clan, established the first transcontinental steppe empire in history, spanning from Manchuria to the Black Sea by 572 AD. Learn about their structured society governed by the Töre (law), their religious tolerance rooted in Tengrism, and their unique Old Turkic (Orkhon) script which documented their impressive achievements. The Göktürks successfully united diverse peoples under a single banner, a feat unparalleled until the Mongols.
We'll explore the Uyghur Khaganate, who succeeded the Göktürks and built permanent urban centers like Ordu-Baliq, demonstrating a more settled imperial model while still embracing their Turkic identity and adapting the Old Uyghur alphabet. Finally, delve into the Yenisei Kyrgyz Khaganate, a curious state known for their mixed economy combining nomadic life with agriculture and skilled metalworking in southern Siberia, and their pivotal victory over the Uyghurs in 840 AD.
This episode challenges prevailing narratives, revealing the complex political structures, cultural innovations, and surprising stability that defined these powerful ancient Turkic civilizations of Eurasia's steppe.
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Khan's Den: Turkic and Steppe History
Dive into the vast and rich chronology of Turkic and Steppe history with Khan's Den. From the majestic nomadic empires like the Xiongnu and Huns that shaped Eurasian landscapes to the enduring cultural legacies of the Turks and Mongols that span centuries, join our journey through the heartlands of Central Asia and beyond. Explore the triumphs, struggles, and profound influences of Steppe peoples on global history – with a focus on the Turkic peoples – from ancient times to the End of the Middle Ages. And lastly, re-discover long-forgotten myths and legends that shaped the identities and legacies of these nomadic societies. From Mongolia to Ukraine, from Ötüken to Budapest, and from the Orkhon Inscriptions to Attila's speeches, let us dive into the enduring spirit of the Eurasian Steppe Belt.
All episodes are produced by Emre-E. Yavuz, founder and owner of the Khan's Den media channels and author of "The Göktürks: Origins, Religion and Rapid Rise of the First Turkic Empire" and "The Göktürks: Second Edition".
