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May 18, 2024, 08:03 PM IST Shivam Verma British Empire: Spanned around 35.5 million square kilometres, covering territories in India, Canada, Australia, Africa, and beyond. Mongol Empire: Founded by Genghis Khan, and was the largest contiguous land empire, facilitating significant cultural and economic exchanges across the Silk Road. Russian Empire: It stretched from Eastern Europe across Asia to Caucasus region, influencing numerous cultures and political systems across its vast territories. Qing Dynasty: It was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling over modern China, Mongolia, and parts of Central Asia. Ottoman Empire: It was an empire that spanned much of Southeast Europe, West Asia, and North Africa from the 14th to early 20th centuries. Spanish Empire: It included vast territories in the Americas, Asia, and Africa. French Colonial Empire: It included territories in Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Americas, influencing global culture, politics, and economics.