Eurasian steppeAsia
Khanate of Sibir
The Khanate of Sibir was a Tatar khanate in south-western Siberia whose name was later given to all of Siberia. The Cossack leader Yermak captured its capital Qashliq in 1582. Its last khan, Kuchum, was defeated in 1598.
Key facts
| Dates | 1468 – 1598 CE |
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| Region | Eurasian steppe |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Chimgi-Tura, Qashliq |
| Founder | Hajji Muhammad |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam, Shamanism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.