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The Chola Empire's Last Stand Against the Delhi Sultanate
In the early 14th century, the mighty Chola Empire faced its greatest threat: Malik Kafur's invasion from the Delhi Sultanate. This episode follows the desperate final decades of Chola power, from the sacking of Madurai to the collapse of the Kaveri heartland. We explore how Rajendra III tried to hold the empire together, the role of tribute and plunder, and the cultural shockwaves that followed. Along the way, we meet the Padaiyatchi of the Chola army, the forgotten garrison at Kannanur Kuppam, and the gold looted from the Brihadeeswarar temple. A story of resilience, betrayal, and the…
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