History

Which empire was larger than the Roman Empire at its peak?

The Mongol Empire

Background

The Mongol Empire was the largest connected empire in history. At its peak in the 13th century it covered around 24 million square kilometers. That was more than twice the size of Rome. It stretched from Korea to Eastern Europe. Only the British Empire was larger later, but not connected.

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