Iron Age in Asia

The Iron Age in Asia, emerging around 1200 BCE to 600 CE, marked a significant shift from bronze to iron for tools and weapons. This transition led to advancements in agriculture, warfare, and trade. Societies became more complex, forming empires and city-states, seen in cultures such as the Persians, Indians, and Chinese. Innovations in ironworking techniques improved durability and availability of tools, supporting population growth and urbanization. The Iron Age also influenced art, religion, and social structures, laying the foundation for many modern Asian civilizations.