Khan's Den episodes

Episode 2: Myths and Religion of the Ancient Turks - Rise of the Gokturks
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Explore the rich mythology and religious beliefs of the ancient Turks, originating from Central Asia. Discover the legend of the she-wolf Asena, who played a pivotal role in the ancestry of the Turkic peoples. Learn about the rise of the Göktürks, the Ashina dynasty, and their military prowess under the leadership of Bumin, who established what became the largest Steppe Empire before Genghis Khan's Mongol Empire. Dive deep into the historical sources and the legendary tales that shaped the identity of the Celestial Turks.
#Ancient Turks, #Gokturks, #Central Asia, #Mythology, #Asena, #Ashina dynasty, #Eurasian Steppe, #Bumin, #Rouran Khaganate, #Steppe Empire, #Genghis Khan, #Turkic peoples, #Altai Mountains, #Turkish History