+The Achaemenid Empire was the first great Persian empire, an immense power stretching from the Balkans to the Indus Valley. Founded by [Cyrus](/wiki/cyrus) the Great, it left a lasting legacy on [Ancient Iran](/wiki/ancient_iran) and the world through its innovative governance and cultural influence.
+## See also
+- [Persepolis](/wiki/persepolis)
+- [Darius](/wiki/darius)
+- [Persia](/wiki/persia)