The Persian Empire's expansion and cultural achievements were largely due to its effective administration, infrastructure, and tolerance of diverse cultures. The innovative use of satrapies allowed for efficient governance over vast territories, while the construction of extensive road networks, like the Royal Road, facilitated trade and communication. Additionally, the empire embraced various customs and religions, promoting a sense of unity and stability among its diverse populations, which fostered artistic and intellectual advancements. This blend of administrative efficiency and cultural inclusivity contributed significantly to the empire's growth and lasting legacy.
They helped keep the large empire united.
Satrapies (Provinces).
Very large - multi-continental.
From Libya to Central Asia.
It stretched from Libya-Egypt through the Middle East to Central Asia and today's Pakistan.
They ran a large, relatively peaceful and prosperous empire for 200 years.
The Persian Empire.
as the Persians mass army conquered country after country there was more land and more soldiers willing to fight for the Persian empire it continued to be like that country after country....and that is how the Persian army get large:)
They helped keep the large empire united.
Satrapies (Provinces).
Very large - multi-continental.
From Libya to Central Asia.
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It stretched from Libya-Egypt through the Middle East to Central Asia and today's Pakistan.
The main weakness was their size. With such a large territory it was hard to control and protect everyone
Conquest, establishing an effective provincial government system, and being able to protect the Empire and advance its prosperity.
Lack of communication throughout the empire/society/etc. would definetely be one of the major difficulties to taking control of a large empire/society/etc. Another would be travel. "How would they get around?" would be a good question for that. Simple difficulties such as these can lead to the fall or decline of an empire,nation,etc.