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The Largest Cities of the Mongol Empire at Its Height

The Mongol Empire, founded by Genghis Khan in the early 13th century, became the largest contiguous land empire in history. At its height, it stretched from Eastern Europe to the Pacific Ocean, encompassing regions of modern-day China, Russia, the Middle East, and Central Asia. While the Mongols were originally a nomadic people, they ruled over some of the world’s greatest cities. These urban…

The Largest Cities of the Mongol Empire at Its Height