Conquering nations and relentlessly expanding their territories has always been a favorite past time of those in power. Whether it was the Romans, Greeks, or Ottomans, it seems that amassing resources, nations, and the pursuit of a powerful legacy played a huge role in the rise and fall of their empires. Although today we no longer see borders shifting back and forth so rapidly, the art of imperialism is still alive and well. Here are the 25 largest empires in history.
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Ottoman Empire
Macedonian Empire
Tang Dynasty
Golden Horde Khanate
Mauryan Empire
Göktürk Khaganate
Nazi Germany
Han Dynasty
Roman Empire
Ming Dynasty
Sassanid Empire
Japanese Empire
Achaemenid Empire
Empire of Brazil
