Ruler Profile · Turkic Khaganates

Ashina Huseluo

Qaghan (Tang-appointed)

Born
Unknown
Died
704 AD
Reigned
693–704 AD
Khanate
Göktürk Khaganate (Western, under Tang rule)

Overview

Ashina Huseluo, the son of Ashina Buzhen, was named Jiwangjue Qaghan in 685 and given further titles for fighting Tibet and the Second Türk Khaganate. He was the Tang's main western qaghan in the 690s.

Rise to Power

He received his father's title from Wu Zetian.

Rule and Achievements

  • Was made Protector-General of Mengchi
  • Was sent back to Suyab in 700 after Tuizi's revolt

Legacy

When the Türgesh under Uche took Suyab, Huseluo did not dare return to the west. He died in Chang'an in 704, and Ashina Huaidao succeeded to his title.

Ashina Huseluo | QAGHAN