Bukhara Khans

The Bukhara Khans were rulers of the Bukhara region in Central Asia, part of a lineage of rulers from the 16th to 18th centuries. They governed a key cultural and trade center along the Silk Road, overseeing political stability and promoting Islamic culture. Their rule often involved balancing power between regional elites, neighboring empires, and emerging Soviet influence. The Bukhara Khans played a significant role in maintaining the region’s independence for centuries, shaping its history, culture, and administrative structures until the fall of the Khanate in the 19th century, when it was incorporated into the Russian Empire.