Volga Bulgars: Rise and Legacy of the first Turkic Muslims

Explore the captivating history of the Volga Bulgars, a Muslim Turkic people who played a pivotal role on the Eurasian frontier from the 7th to the 13th centuries. Guided by Kubrat Khan, the Bulgars split into three groups post his death, each following unique paths. This episode delves into their migration, settlement in Volga Bulgaria, and interactions with key powers like the Khazars and the Kyivan Rus'. Discover the Volga Bulgars' significant contributions to trade, culture, and their early conversion to Islam. Narrated by Emre-E. Yavuz, this documentary provides a rich analysis of their cultural, social, and diplomatic impact on medieval Eurasia. #VolgaBulgars #OldGreatBulgaria #KubratKhan #Oghur-Turkic #Asparuh #KhazarEmpire #Volga #Kamarivers #Tatarstan #Khazars #KyivanRus' #Islamiccaliphates #trade #diplomacy #militaryconflict #Tengrism #shamanisticbeliefs #MongolEmpire #Eurasiansteppes #medievalhistory #culture #socialstructure #diplomaticrelations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices