ಛತ್ರಪತಿ ಶಿವಾಜಿ ಮಹಾರಾಜರ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ಅಭೇದ್ಯ ಕೋಟೆ... ವಿಜಯದುರ್ಗ, ಮಹಾರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ

Описание: Vijay Durg Fort, nestled in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district, is a testament to the region's rich maritime history. Built in the 12th century by Raja Bhoj II of the Shilahar dynasty, this fort was originally known as Gheria. Its strategic location on the Arabian Sea made it a prized possession for various rulers, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who captured it in 1653 and renamed it Vijay Durg, meaning "Fort of Victory" .

The fort's architecture is a marvel, with triple-layered walls, 27 bastions, and angled walls designed to deflect cannon fire. Its unique defensive mechanisms include tidal gates and hidden underwater walls to damage enemy ships. The fort's location on the 40 km long Waghotan Creek made it nearly impregnable, as large vessels couldn't enter the shallow waters .

Vijay Durg Fort played a pivotal role in naval warfare, serving as a stronghold for the Maratha Navy under Admiral Kanhoji Angre. The British, Portuguese, and Dutch attempted to capture it several times but failed, earning it the nickname "Eastern Gibraltar" .

Today, the fort is a protected monument and a popular tourist destination, offering breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea and insights into Maharashtra's glorious past.

Timeline:
00:00 - 00:37 The Naval Base in 1163
00:37 - 00:56 Intro
00:56 - 02:52 Background story of Vijaydurg
02:52 - 04:11 The Canons
04:11 - 05:49 Buyaari Maarg
05:49 - 07:18 The Shivaji's Burj
07:18 - 08:25 The Bunker
08:25 - 09:43 The Council Hall
09:43 - 10:36 The Horse Stable
10:36 - 12:16 Tulasi and Tank
12:16 - 13:53 The Giant Water Storage
13:53 - 16:09 The Grains Storage
16:09 - 17:23 Gibraltor of the East!
17:23 - 18:12 Who is Kanuji Angre?
18:12 - 18:37 Outro

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