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Aurangzeb's Deccan Capital: Aurangabad's Rise and Fall
This episode explores Aurangzeb's founding of Aurangabad as his Deccan capital, examining how the city became a hub of Mughal power, culture, and administration. We trace its transformation from a small village called Khadki into a fortified city with the iconic Bibi Ka Maqbara, built by Prince Azam Shah for his mother Dilras Banu Begum. Lucas and Luna discuss the city's strategic location on trade routes, the construction of its walls and gates, and the role of the nearby Daulatabad fort. They delve into the cultural life under Aurangzeb, including the patronage of scholars and the…
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