Ruler Profile · Pre-Mongolian Origins

Murong Shifu

Qaghan

Born
Unknown
Died
597 AD
Reigned
591–597 AD
Khanate
Tuyuhun Kingdom

Overview

Murong Shifu, the son of Kualü, ruled the Tuyuhun from 591 to 597 and sought peace with the newly united Sui empire.

Rise to Power

He succeeded his father in 591.

Rule and Achievements

  • Sent tribute to the Sui and in 596 married the Sui princess Guanghua

Legacy

Shifu was killed in an uprising in 597, and the people raised his brother Fuyun.

Murong Shifu | QAGHAN