Tulišen

ModernPoliticianChina1667 — 1741

Qing diplomat who visited Russia and Central Asia.

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Quick Facts

Born

1667

Died

1741

Country

China

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)13

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score46.0

Tulišen — Complete Timeline

1712 AD

Led Diplomatic Mission to RussiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Tulišen led a Qing diplomatic mission to the Russian Empire and the Kalmyk Khanate in Central Asia. The mission aimed to secure alliances and gather intelligence on Russian activities. His journey was recorded in his travelogue, providing valuable geographic and cultural information.

DiplomacyExplorationQing-Russia Relations

Impact: regionalconstructive

1723 AD

Published 'Narrative of the Chinese Embassy to the Torguts'Cultural

Tulišen published a detailed account of his diplomatic mission to the Torgut Mongols and Russia. The work described the geography, customs, and political conditions of Central Asia and Siberia, becoming a key source for Qing knowledge of the region.

TravelogueGeographyCultural Exchange

Impact: regional

1725 AD

Appointed to the Grand CouncilPolitical Action◆ Major

Tulišen was appointed to the Grand Council, the highest policy-making body of the Qing Empire, under the Yongzheng Emperor. This position allowed him to influence foreign policy and military strategy.

AppointmentGovernmentYongzheng Era

Impact: national