Principality of Turov and Pinsk: Map & History
The Principality of Turov, later called the Principality of Turov and Pinsk, also known as Turovian Rus', was a medieval principality of Kievan Rus' from the 10th century on the territory of modern-day Belarus and northern Ukraine.
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The Principality of Turov, later called the Principality of Turov and Pinsk, also known as Turovian Rus', was a medieval principality of Kievan Rus' from the 10th century on the territory of modern-day Belarus and northern Ukraine. The princes of Turov often served as grand princes early in the 10th and 11th centuries. Its capital was Turov (Turaŭ), and other important cities included Pinsk, Mazyr, Slutsk, Lutsk, Brest, and Volodymyr.
Modern Countries Once Part of Principality of Turov and Pinsk
At its mapped extent, Principality of Turov and Pinsk covered territory in 1 present-day country. The period shown is when the mapped borders include that country, and the note says how much of it.
Largest Present-Day Cities in Its Territory
Each opens on the live map inside Principality of Turov and Pinsk's borders of that time.
Derived by testing mapped cities against this polity's dated territorial polygons, so the list is indicative and follows the borders in the source dataset.
Principality of Turov and Pinsk in Depth
History
The Principality of Turov originated mainly from the Dregovich tribe and partially the Drevlyans. While circumstances of its creation are not clearly known, the Principality as mentioned in the Primary Chronicle existed in 980. According to the legend, the town of Turaŭ was founded around 950 (first mentioned in 980) by Varangian Prince Tur, a brother of Rogvolod (the first chronicled prince of Polatsk).
During the time of Vladimir the Great (980 - 1015), the city of Turov and the immediate vicinity became part of Kievan Rus. Around 988, Vladimir appointed his eight-year-old son, Sviatopolk I of Kiev, to be knyaz of Turov. Later, Vladimir jailed Sviatopolk for plotting to rebel.
Sections adapted from Wikipedia: Principality of Turov (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Principality of Turov and Pinsk: Key Facts
| Capital | Turov |
|---|---|
| Form of government | monarchy |
| Founded | 988 CE |
| Dissolved | 1340 |
Facts from Wikidata Q671362 (CC0).
Principality of Turov and Pinsk Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Principality of Turov and Pinsk appears, with the other states of the time.
Principality of Turov and Pinsk Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 69,423 km² in 1204 CE.
Principality of Turov and Pinsk: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Principality of Turov and Pinsk exist?
Principality of Turov and Pinsk is dated to 1188 CE – 1240 CE, in the High & Late Middle Ages era.
What was the capital of Principality of Turov and Pinsk?
The capital of Principality of Turov and Pinsk was Turov, Pinsk.
How large was Principality of Turov and Pinsk at its peak?
At its peak in 1204 AD Principality of Turov and Pinsk covered about 69,423 km².
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