Shivaji's Fort of Rajgad: The Hidden Capital That Shaped Swarajya

Before Raigad became the seat of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's coronation, there was Rajgad — the fortress that served as his capital for over two decades and witnessed his most formative years. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Rajgad's strategic genius, its three-tiered defense system, and the architectural innovations that made it nearly impregnable. They discuss the fort's role in Shivaji's early campaigns, including the recapture from the Adil Shahi forces, and how it sheltered his family during the siege of Panhala. Learn about the legendary escape from Panhala to Rajgad, the construction of the iconic Bhavani Tower, and the daily life of the Mavala soldiers who manned its walls. Also covered: the fort's water management systems, the secret escape tunnels, and why Shivaji eventually moved his capital to Raigad for the coronation. A fascinating deep dive into the stone-and-grit foundation of the Maratha Empire. #Rajgad #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaEmpire #FortArchitecture #Mavala #Panhala #AdilShahi #BhavaniTower #Swarajya #Sahyadri #HindaviSwarajya #Chhatrapati #IndianHistory #MilitaryHistory #Fortress #Maharashtra #SouthAsia #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo