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Chola Navy's Secret: The Kunjaralaya War Machine
While earlier episodes explored the Cholas' trade networks and temple architecture, this episode uncovers the industrial engine behind their naval supremacy. We examine the Kunjaralaya, the dedicated shipyards of the Chola Empire located in Nagapattinam and Kaveripattinam. Lucas and Luna discuss how Rajaraja I institutionalized naval production, moving beyond ad-hoc fleet assembly to a standing maritime force. The conversation details the construction techniques using teak and rosewood, the role of the Manigramam guilds in supply chain management, and the strategic importance of…
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