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The Floating Fortress of Jahangirnagar: Dhaka's Lost Mughal Port
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the forgotten Mughal port of Dhaka, known in the 17th century as Jahangirnagar. They dive into the construction of the Lalbagh Fort, the role of the Buriganga River in Bengal's maritime trade, and the pivotal figure of Shaista Khan, who transformed Dhaka into a thriving commercial hub. The conversation uncovers the daily life of merchants, the clash between Mughal authorities and European trading companies, and the eventual decline of the port as the Hooghly River silted up and Murshidabad rose as the new capital. Listeners will learn about the…
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