Reign of Cyrus of Acheamenid (aug 29, 558 BC – aug 29, 530 BC)

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1. Cyrus the Great, also known as Cyrus II of Persia, is famous for founding the Achaemenid Empire. He conquered the Median Empire, the Lydian Empire and the Neo-Babylonian Empire to make the Achaemenid Empire the largest the world had seen till then.

2. Cyrus II was not only a great conqueror but also an exceptional ruler who respected the various religions practiced through the lands he conquered; and who brought about various reforms to ensure the prosperity of his kingdom. Here are 10 interesting facts about the family, life, reign, reforms, accomplishments, death and legacy of one of the greatest rulers in history.

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