There was the satrapi system which divided the Persian Empire into smaller, more manageable governates and a "pony express" system that allowed royal messengers to deliver information across the empire in 7 days as opposed to the 90 days it would take a man to walk from one end to the other
From Libya to Central Asia.
Darius I implemented a system of satrapies to unify his vast empire, dividing it into manageable provinces called satrapies, each governed by a satrap or provincial governor. This structure allowed for efficient administration and local governance while maintaining centralized control. Darius also established a standardized tax system, a common legal framework, and improved infrastructure, including roads and communication systems, to enhance connectivity and facilitate trade across the empire.
By shipping, and in the inland routes, by mounted couriers along direct tracks between the 20 provinces.
Cyrus the Great and his successors Darius the Great and Artaxerxes.
Darius I split Persia into provinces called satrapies to improve administrative efficiency and enhance control over the vast empire. By delegating authority to local governors, or satraps, he could ensure better tax collection, maintain order, and respond more swiftly to local issues. This system also allowed for easier management of diverse cultures and populations within the empire, promoting stability and loyalty to the central government. Overall, the satrapy system was instrumental in maintaining the cohesion of a large and diverse empire.
They wanted to establish and solidify a large, cohesive, stable and prosperous empire.
From Libya to Central Asia.
Pony express
Because they built a garden of tower that looks like a ziggurat
Darius I implemented a system of satrapies to unify his vast empire, dividing it into manageable provinces called satrapies, each governed by a satrap or provincial governor. This structure allowed for efficient administration and local governance while maintaining centralized control. Darius also established a standardized tax system, a common legal framework, and improved infrastructure, including roads and communication systems, to enhance connectivity and facilitate trade across the empire.
After Alexander rejected the peace settlement proposed by Darius, Darius gathered a large army in preparation for a military confrontation. He aimed to defeat Alexander and protect his empire. However, before the confrontation occurred, Darius was assassinated by his own generals.
He reorganized the government. He split the empire into two provinces called satrapies which were run by an official called a satrap.
He reorganized the government. He split the empire into two provinces called satrapies which were run by an official called a satrap.
He reorganized the government. He split the empire into two provinces called satrapies which were run by an official called a satrap.
Cyrus the Great and his successors Darius the Great and Artaxerxes.
By shipping, and in the inland routes, by mounted couriers along direct tracks between the 20 provinces.
It stretched from Libya through the Middle East and Central Asia to today's Pakistan - about 4,000 km.