Genghis Khan's Daughters: The Steppe Queens Who Ruled an Empire

When Genghis Khan conquered Central Asia, he didn't just send his sons to govern — he sent his daughters. This episode explores how the Mongol Empire was held together by a network of powerful princesses, from Al-Altun's diplomatic marriage to the Uyghur ruler Barchuk, to the formidable Sorqaqtani Beki who outmaneuvered the empire's regents. We delve into the Secret History of the Mongols and Persian chronicles to uncover how these women wielded real political power, commanded armies, and kept the vast empire stable long after the Great Khan's death. Discover how Genghis's daughters turned marriage alliances into governing tools, managed trade routes, and even influenced the selection of future khans. The episode also touches on the controversial fate of Al-Altun, who may have been executed by her own brother Ögedei. A surprising look at the women who were the empire's hidden backbone. #GenghisKhan #MongolEmpire #AlAltun #SorqaqtaniBeki #SecretHistoryoftheMongols #Uyghur #Barchuk #Ögedei #MongolPrincesses #SteppeQueens #CentralAsia #Khatun #Yassa #Juvayni #RashidalDin #MongolHistory #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo