Portuguese Bells in Hindu Temples

Portuguese Bells in Hindu Temples Chimaji Appa, the younger brother of Bajirao Peshwa started the famous campaign of Bassein in March 1737, and it ended in victory for the Marathas after 26 months, on 12 May 1739, when they captured the seemingly unconquerable fort of Bassein. During this time the Marathas confiscated huge bells from the Portuguese churches. They were mesmerized by the huge size and melodious sound of these bells. Later, the Marathas offered these bells to the temples of their f