Chagatai Khanate

The Chagatai Khanate was one of the four major divisions of the Mongol Empire, established after the death of Genghis Khan in the early 13th century. It was named after his second son, Chagatai Khan, and primarily covered parts of Central Asia, including modern-day Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and western China. The khanate served as a cultural and economic bridge between East and West, blending Mongol, Persian, and Islamic influences. Over time, it fractured into smaller states but remained significant for trade along the Silk Road and the spread of culture and religion in the region.