Baoyi Qaghan

MedievalEmperorUyghur Khaganate760 — 821

Uyghur khagan who married a Tang princess.

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Quick Facts

Born

760

Died

821

Country

Uyghur Khaganate

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)47

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)65

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score49.6

Baoyi Qaghan — Complete Timeline

789 AD

Accession as Baoyi QaghanPolitical Action◆ Major

Baoyi Qaghan ascended to the throne of the Uyghur Khaganate after the death of his father, Tun Bagha Tarkhan. His reign continued the policies of his father, maintaining stability and alliance with Tang.

SuccessionKhaganateLeadership

Impact: regionalconstructive

790 AD

Marriage to a Tang princessPolitical Action◆ Major

Baoyi Qaghan married a Tang princess, Princess Xian'an, as part of a diplomatic alliance. This marriage strengthened ties between the Uyghur Khaganate and Tang China, ensuring peace and trade.

MarriageAllianceTang Dynasty

Impact: regionalconstructive

795 AD

Military campaigns against the KyrgyzWar

Baoyi Qaghan led campaigns against the Yenisei Kyrgyz, who were threatening Uyghur northern borders. The Uyghur forces defeated the Kyrgyz, securing the khaganate's northern frontier.

Military CampaignKyrgyzBorder Security

Impact: regional

821 AD

Death and successionPolitical Action

Baoyi Qaghan died in 821, succeeded by his son Chongde Qaghan. His reign was marked by continued prosperity and strong relations with Tang China.

DeathSuccessionLegacy

Impact: regional