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Kokand Khanate

A vibrant Central Asian civilization bridging tradition and modernity at the crossroads of empires in the Ferghana Valley.

1709 CE1876 CECapital: KokandSunni IslamTurkic
Kokand Khanate seal emblem

The Story

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Governance

Government Type
Hereditary Monarchy (Khanate)

Quick Facts

Region
Central Asia
Period
1709 CE1876 CE
Capital
Kokand
Language Family
Turkic
Religion
Sunni Islam

Timeline

Key Events

r. 1709–1721

Shahrukh Bek - Founder of the Kokand Khanate

Established Kokand’s independence and laid the foundations of its political structure.

r. 1798–1810

Alim Khan - Khan of Kokand

Expanded the khanate’s territory and centralized administrative control.

r. 1822–1842

Madali Khan - Khan of Kokand

Oversaw a cultural and architectural renaissance and fostered ties with neighboring states.

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