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The Mongol Empire was one of the largest contiguous land empires in history, spanning from Eastern Europe to East Asia. The Mongols were a nomadic people who originated in the Mongolian Plateau in Central Asia. They were skilled warriors and horsemen, and they used their military prowess to conquer vast territories. The Mongol Empire reached its peak in the 13th century under the leadership of Genghis Khan and his successors.