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Astrakhan Khanate
The Astrakhan Khanate was a Tatar state at the mouth of the Volga, one of the successors of the Golden Horde. It controlled trade routes between the Caspian and the Volga. Ivan the Terrible's Muscovy annexed it in 1556.
Key facts
| Dates | 1466 – 1556 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Eurasian steppe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Xacitarxan (Astrakhan) |
| Founder | Mahmud of Astrakhan |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.