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Jun 18, 2024 · Mongol empire, empire founded by Genghis Khan in 1206. Originating from the Mongol heartland in the Steppe of central Asia, by the late 13th century it spanned from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Danube River and the shores of the Persian Gulf in the west.
Legacy. Map showing the boundary of the 13th century Mongol Empire compared to today's Mongols in Mongolia, Russia, the Central Asian States, and China. The Mongol Empire, at its height of the largest contiguous empire in history, had a lasting impact, unifying large regions.
Oct 7, 2019 · A map of the Mongol Empire at its greatest extent, showing capitals and major cities.
Oct 18, 2016 · The Mongol Empire became the biggest contiguous empire by area in history, covering 24 million square kilometers (9.27 mln sq mi) and the fourth-largest empire by the percentage of the global population. Starting in Mongolia, the Mongol Empire finally spread from Central Europe to the Sea of Japan.
Dec 6, 2021 · Map of the Mongol Empire. The Mongol Empire peaked its power under Kublai Khan, who ruled from 1260 to 1294. The empire controlled 24 million sq. km of territory, making it the largest contiguous empire in human history.
Oct 11, 2023 · A map of the Mongol Empire during the reign of Genghis Khan and after his death. Khan now controlled much of China along with his traditional holdings in Mongolia.
Nov 11, 2019 · The Mongol Empire (1206-1368) was founded by Genghis Khan (r. 1206-1227), first Great Khan or 'universal ruler' of the Mongol peoples. Genghis forged the empire by uniting nomadic tribes of the Asian steppe and creating a devastatingly effective army with fast, light, and highly coordinated cavalry.
Genghis Khan, born Temüjin around 1162 and dying on 25 August 1227, founded and led the Mongol Empire from 1206 until his death. Under his leadership, the empire expanded to become the largest contiguous empire in history.
The Mongol Empire served as a bridge between the ancient civilizations of Asia and the emerging modern ones of western Europe. The Pax Mongolica (Mongol Peace) reportedly made the famous ancient Silk Road safe for generations of traders, including Marco Polo (1254–1324), whose stories about the splendors of the Chinese court fascinated much ...
Explore the history and geography of the Mongol Empires, the largest contiguous land empire in world history, with HyperHistory's interactive maps.
