Magadha's history is defined by a succession of powerful ruling houses that expanded it from a small regional state into a massive empire:
Magadha rose to power due to several unique geographical and economic factors:
Noted for destroying the power of Avanti , a long-time rival of Magadha.
Founded by Chandragupta Maurya and reached its zenith under Ashoka the Great , covering almost the entire subcontinent.