When Zhizhi Chanyu lost the Northern Xiongnu in 56 BCE he took refuge with the Kangju — and was killed there in 36 BCE. The role of Kangju as an intermediary people of Turkic-Iranian origin.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Kangju and Xiongnu: Northern Silk Road Control?
- The Kangju confederation was at times in alliance and at times in tension with the Xiongnu; together the two exerted pressure over the northern route of the Silk Road.
- When did Kangju and Xiongnu: Northern Silk Road Control happen?
- 100 BCE
- Where did Kangju and Xiongnu: Northern Silk Road Control take place?
- Sirderya Havzası