- Darius the Great ordered the construction of a vast network of roads connecting the Persian Empire.
- The main route, known as the Royal Road, stretched from Sardis in Asia Minor to Susa in Persia, a distance of about 2,400 kilometers (1,500 miles).
- The Royal Road was built with carefully laid stone paving and was wide enough for two chariots to pass side by side.
- It was also well-maintained, with rest stops and guard posts along the way.
驛站
- The Persians established an efficient system of驛站, or courier stations, along the Royal Road.
- These stations were placed about 25 kilometers (15 miles) apart and were equipped with fresh horses and food for travelers.
- Couriers could travel from one station to the next in about a day, allowing messages and goods to be transported quickly and efficiently across the empire.
郵便制度
- The Persians also developed an advanced postal system, with couriers delivering messages and goods between different parts of the empire.
- The postal system was particularly important for military communications, as it allowed commanders to send orders and receive reports quickly.
貨幣制度
- The Persians introduced a standardized currency, the daric, which erleichterte Handel und Handel within the empire.
- The daric was made of gold and was accepted throughout the empire, making it easier for merchants to exchange goods and services.
