Shivaji Maharaj's Raigad: The Throne That Defined Swarajya

In 1674, Shivaji Maharaj crowned himself Chhatrapati atop the formidable Raigad fort, marking the birth of the Maratha Empire. This episode explores the coronation ceremony, the construction of Raigad as a capital, and its symbolic importance. We discuss the role of Gaga Bhatt, the Brahmin scholar who legitimized Shivaji's kingship, the design of the throne, and the later fall of Raigad to the Mughals. Featuring details from contemporary bakhars and European accounts, this episode reveals how Raigad became the heart of Hindavi Swarajya. #ShivajiMaharaj #Raigad #Chhatrapati #MarathaEmpire #HindaviSwarajya #GagaBhatt #Coronation #Sahyadri #Fort #Mavala #Aurangzeb #Mughal #Bakhar #History #FexingoHistory #IndianHistory #SouthAsia #WarriorKing Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo