This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Ancient Civilizations has 15 clues. Answers range from 4 to 14 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Another name for Persian empire.
Many Persian descendants live here today.
He founded the Persian empire.
Group that originally ruled over the Persians.
Group the Persians freed from slavery in Babylon.
Cyrus's son - he conquered Egypt.
Another name for the 20 Persian provinces.
Persian religion
god of light and truth
god of darkness and evil
He encouraged trade and economic development.
It extended 1500 miles across the empire
Greeks defeated the Persians here in 490 BCE
Darius's son who burned Athens but was later defeated
He defeated the Persians and earned his title - "the Great"