Chandragupta started to gather his supporters by winning the hearts of the people of Magadha. Hemchandra Raychaudhary in his book 'Political History of Ancient India' mentions that the Nandas were very cruel and the public hated them because of extortion.
Sambhar, the tasty South Indian dish which is an integral part of menus across most of Southern India was actually a contribution of the Thanjavur Marathas.
It is believed that dying here, one gains liberation from the earthly round of samsara.
The finest examples of the secular spirit, which has a beautifully carved mirhab (niche) with inscriptions in both Arabic and Sanskrit.
Tanaji Malusare, a role model for Patriotism, Relationship, Dare-devilry and Tactics, in the age of 70 years he led a small group of Maratha troops to fight with Mughal army and reconquered Sinhgad fort which was considered as impregnable.
