Bumin assumed the title "Il-Khagan" (khagan of the state) — for the first time in history a state bearing the name "Türk" was born. Bumin died the same year and was succeeded by his son Muqan.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Bumin Kaghan Destroys Rouran and Founds the Türk Khaganate?
- After marrying a princess of the Western Wei, Bumin launched a major assault on the Rouran; the Rouran khagan Anagui took his own life and the khaganate collapsed.
- When did Bumin Kaghan Destroys Rouran and Founds the Türk Khaganate happen?
- 552 CE
- Where did Bumin Kaghan Destroys Rouran and Founds the Türk Khaganate take place?
- Moğolistan (Ötüken)