The Forgotten Empire That Ruled the Seas | Sriwijaya

Long before modern Southeast Asia, the maritime kingdom of Srivijaya controlled one of the most important trading networks in Asia. From its powerful ports in Sumatra, Srivijaya connected merchants, monks, sailors, and goods from across Southeast Asia, India, and China. But in 1025, a powerful Chola naval expedition attacked Srivijayan ports, changing the balance of power across the region. So what happened to this forgotten maritime empire? Watch the full documentary on TimeOnDeepPast and discover the story of Srivijaya — the empire that ruled the seas. #Srivijaya #History #AncientHistory #SoutheastAsia #MaritimeHistory #HistoryShorts #AncientEmpires #TimeOnDeepPast