Alexander the Great vs Genghis Khan
Who? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Alexander the Great Ancient Macedonia · 356–323 BC 58% · #3 in the world
- Genghis Khan Mongolia · 1162–1227 42% · #8 in the world
What the votes say
The world picks Alexander the Great over Genghis Khan, 58% to 42%. Alexander the Great is #3 of the 148 leaders in the world ranking and Genghis Khan #8.
The case for each
Alexander the Great: King of Macedon at 20, never defeated in battle, and by 32 master of the Persian Empire from Egypt to the edge of India. Spread Greek culture across the known world and founded cities like Alexandria.
Genghis Khan: Born Temüjin, united the Mongol tribes in 1206 and began the conquests that built the largest contiguous land empire in history. Also brought a written law code, religious tolerance and a relay postal system across Asia.
Side by side
| Alexander the Great | Genghis Khan | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #3 | #8 |
| Country | Ancient Macedonia | Mongolia |
| Lived | 356–323 BC | 1162–1227 |