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Rajendra I's Ganga Campaign and the Northern Conquest
While previous episodes explored the Chola Empire’s maritime dominance in Southeast Asia, this episode turns its gaze northward to Rajendra Chola I’s most audacious military feat: the land campaign against the Pala Empire of Bengal. We trace the route from Thanjavur through the heart of India to the banks of the Ganges, examining how Rajendra crossed the formidable Himalayan foothills to defeat King Mahipala I. The narrative explores the political motivations behind this invasion, including the dispute over the Kaveri delta and the desire to control trade routes. We also delve into the…
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