In this episode, we delve deep into the reign of Taspar Khagan, who ruled the Gokturk Empire at its zenith. From his strategic alliances with Chinese princes to his controversial conversion to Buddhism, discover how his decisions impacted the vast empire and led to its eventual decline. Featuring narrations from historical inscriptions, this episode provides an intricate look into Turkic history and the significant events that defined an era. 
 
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In this episode, we delve deep into the reign of Taspar Khagan, who ruled the Gokturk Empire at its zenith. From his strategic alliances with Chinese princes to his controversial conversion to Buddhism, discover how his decisions impacted the vast empire and led to its eventual decline. Featuring narrations from historical inscriptions, this episode provides an intricate look into Turkic history and the significant events that defined an era. #TasparKhagan #GokturkEmpire #Turkichistory #ChineseZhouEmpire #Buddhism #Ashinafamily #MountOtuken #BilgeKhaganInscription #Tengrism #GaoShaoyi #Qidynasty #Turkicinvasions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we delve deep into the reign of Taspar Khagan, who ruled the Gokturk Empire at its zenith. From his strategic alliances with Chinese princes to his controversial conversion to Buddhism, discover how his decisions impacted the vast empire and led to its eventual decline. Featuring narrations from historical inscriptions, this episode provides an intricate look into Turkic history and the significant events that defined an era. 
 
 #TasparKhagan #GokturkEmpire #Turkichistory #ChineseZhouEmpire #Buddhism #Ashinafamily #MountOtuken #BilgeKhaganInscription #Tengrism #GaoShaoyi #Qidynasty #Turkicinvasions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Episode 8: Taspar the Ruler: The Rise and Fall of the Gokturk Empire

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".

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