Shivaji was born in the hill-fort of Shivneri, near the city of Junnar in Pune district on 19 February 1630. As per legend, his mother Jijabai named him Shivaji in honor of the goddess Shivai, to whom she had prayed for a healthy child. His father Shahaji Bhosale was Maratha general who served the Deccan Sultanates.
Shivaji Maharajah was a brave and fearless military leader as well as a responsible administrator. Shivaji along with his friends took a blood oath to fight against the Mughal empire. And young age of 17 he carried out his first military action by attacking and capturing Torna Fort of the Bijapur kingdom. Through out his life he waged many wars against the Mughals, Sultans and annexed several forts and established Maratha Empire.
Not only brave, he was known for his good will towards his subjects. He encouraged all socio-economic groups to participate in the ongoing political/military struggle. He brought revolutionary changes in military, fort architecture, society and politics. Even today one can get to see several of his hill forts and most of them can only reached by trekking.
This statue of the Shivaji Maharajah is near Gateway of India in Mumbai.
Shivaji Maharajah was a brave and fearless military leader as well as a responsible administrator. Shivaji along with his friends took a blood oath to fight against the Mughal empire. And young age of 17 he carried out his first military action by attacking and capturing Torna Fort of the Bijapur kingdom. Through out his life he waged many wars against the Mughals, Sultans and annexed several forts and established Maratha Empire.
Not only brave, he was known for his good will towards his subjects. He encouraged all socio-economic groups to participate in the ongoing political/military struggle. He brought revolutionary changes in military, fort architecture, society and politics. Even today one can get to see several of his hill forts and most of them can only reached by trekking.
This statue of the Shivaji Maharajah is near Gateway of India in Mumbai.
Such a great man in India's history.
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ReplyDeleteI like the majestic statue..Who doesn't like Shivaji?.
ReplyDeleteI was struck by the thought that these statues are in reality the "photographs" you have of people born so long ago before photography was born. Very cool!
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i like the change of pace from temples to statues here.
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ReplyDeleteHe must be a very important man in Indian history.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this little biographical sketch--just another bit of history from your beautiful country!
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A leader that cares about his subjects - that's a man worthy of being remembered.
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ReplyDeleteFascinating post about a great man.
ReplyDeleteLovely statue, perfect using B&W!
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Very interesting post.
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ReplyDeleteWonderful shot of this impressive statue! Very interesting your post about this important man. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWell remembered. For most of the Maharashtrians Shivaji is "GOD" incarnate!
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/CC girl
A great post!
ReplyDeleteA fine statue, with so much character.
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