The Chola Empire's Conquest of Kalinga: A Turning Point

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Chola Empire's military campaign against Kalinga under Kulottunga I in the late 11th century. They discuss the political backdrop of the Eastern Chalukya-Chola alliance, the famous war poet Jayapa, and the strategic importance of the Kalinga region along the Bay of Bengal. The conversation touches on the Rajahmundry inscriptions, the naval support from the Ganges delta, and how the victory reshaped trade routes and temple patronage. Join us for a nuanced look at a lesser-known but pivotal chapter in Chola expansion. #CholaEmpire #KulottungaI #Kalinga #Rajahmundry #EasternChalukya #Jayapa #BayOfBengal #MedievalIndia #SouthIndianHistory #IndianOceanTrade #Vengi #Ganges #Nagarapattinam #Brihadeeswarar #TemplePatronage #History #FexingoHistory #WarPoetry Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo