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List of Turkic dynasties and countries facts for kids

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The world is full of amazing cultures and histories! Have you ever heard of the Turkic people? They are a large group of people who share similar languages and cultures. These languages are called Turkic languages, and they are spoken by millions of people across a huge area, from Eastern Europe all the way to Siberia in Asia. Many independent countries today have a majority of Turkic people.

Turkic Countries Today

Today, there are several independent countries where Turkic people make up the main population group. These countries have their own governments and celebrate their independence.

  • Turkey
    • Turkey became an independent republic in 1923. Most people in Turkey are Turkish.
    • They celebrate their Republic Day on October 29, 1923.
  • Azerbaijan
    • Azerbaijan became independent in 1991. The main group of people there are Azerbaijanis.
    • They celebrate their Republic Day on May 28, 1918.
  • Kazakhstan
    • Kazakhstan gained independence in 1991. The largest group of people are Kazakhs.
    • They celebrate their Republic Day on June 19, 1925.
  • Kyrgyzstan
    • Kyrgyzstan became independent in 1991. Most people in Kyrgyzstan are Kyrgyz.
    • They celebrate their Republic Day on October 14, 1924.
  • Turkmenistan
    • Turkmenistan became independent in 1991. The main group of people are Turkmens.
    • They celebrate their Republic Day on October 27, 1991.
  • Uzbekistan
    • Uzbekistan gained independence in 1991. The largest group of people are Uzbeks.
    • They celebrate their Republic Day on October 27, 1924.

Turkic Empires of the Past

Throughout history, Turkic people also built powerful empires. An empire is a very large group of countries or states that are controlled by one ruler or government. These empires played a big role in shaping the world.

  • Ottoman Empire
    • One of the most famous Turkic empires was the Ottoman Empire. It was a huge and powerful empire that lasted for over 600 years!
    • It controlled a vast area, including parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Ottoman Empire was known for its rich culture, art, and architecture. It finally ended in the early 20th century.
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