Göktürk Khaganate

552 CE – 744 CE · Orta Asya · Capital: Ötüken

The first state in history to use the name "Turk." A vast steppe empire stretching from Central Asia to the Black Sea.

Period:
552 CE – 744 CE
Capital:
Ötüken
Region:
Orta Asya
Type:
empire
Religion:
Tengricilik (Gök Tanrı)
Language:
Eski Türkçe
Government:
Kağanlık

Rulers (8)

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What was Göktürk Khaganate?
The first state in history to use the name "Turk." A vast steppe empire stretching from Central Asia to the Black Sea.
When did Göktürk Khaganate exist?
552 CE – 744 CE
What was the capital of Göktürk Khaganate?
Ötüken
Where was Göktürk Khaganate located?
Orta Asya