Darius's reign (jul 10, 485 BC – jun 3, 318 BC)
Description:
Darius becomes ruler of Persia. During his reign, he:-Persia was divided into 20 provinces, each with a satrap
-Built roads, including one called the Royal Road
-Built a new capital, Persepolis
-New religion: Zoroastrianism
-Conquered the Indus valley.
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Date:
jul 10, 485 BC
jun 3, 318 BC
~ 167 years