Great Khanate
Definition
The ruling government of the Mongol Empire, led by the Great Khan. It was based in Mongolia and China.
Analogy
Consider the Great Khanate as the headquarters of a multinational company (the Mongol Empire). This is where all major decisions are made and directives for other branches (like Golden Horde) are issued.
Related terms
Kublai Khan: He was one of Genghis Khan's grandsons who became a Great Khan and founded the Yuan Dynasty in China.
Yuan Dynasty: A dynasty in China ruled by the Mongols under Kublai Khan; it represents an era when China was part of a larger empire - The Mongol Empire.
Silk Road: An ancient network of trade routes that connected East and West, which saw increased use and development during Mongol rule due to their promotion of trade and communication.
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