Discover the fascinating story of the Uyghur Empire from 745 to 840 CE. Learn about their origins, cultural shifts, economic strategies, and foreign policies as the Uyghurs replaced traditional Turkic customs with Persian-inspired changes, aiding the Chinese Tang Empire against mutual threats.
00:00:00: Introduction
00:01:47: Origins and Rise to Power
00:05:29: Politics and Economy
00:10:04: Culture, Arts and Religion
00:13:36: Foreign Policy: The Chinese Question
00:20:01: Legacy and Conclusion

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