The Great Moravian Empire

The Great Moravian Empire was a medieval state in Central Europe during the 9th century, serving as a cultural and political hub primarily for the Slavic peoples. Established around 833 AD, it extended across parts of modern Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Poland. It was a significant center for the spread of Christianity, literacy, and cultural development under rulers like Mojmir I and Rastislav. The empire played a key role in shaping Slavic identity and religion, and it eventually declined by the end of the 10th century, giving way to emerging states like Hungary and the successor kingdoms.