Women have been nothing but mere ornaments in the king's court for centuries. Complimented on their beauty and their work and ...

The Mughal Empire significantly influenced the Indian subcontinent through its administrative systems and iconic monuments.

Whether it was Akbar, Shah Jahan, or Jahangir, the shoes worn by members of the court were as telling of one's social standing as any title or landholding. The Mughal foot, quite literally ...

His descendants – Mughal emperors such as Akbar and Jahangir – would have to reckon with what it meant, both politically and culturally, to rule this foreign population: what cultural ...

Yes, you read that right Mughal kings from Babar, Jahangir to Shah Jahan were all fond of ice creams. But without refrigerators, how were they making ice or keeping things cool? It's quite ...

Jahangir is often overlooked in comparison to the more famous Mughal rulers like Akbar and Shah Jahan. But his rule had its own quiet strength, marked by attention to detail, a sense of empathy ...

Mughal emperor's decree: The Mughal rulers hold a distinct place in the history of the country. The Mughal reign lasted for about 350 years in the country, starting in 1526 and officially ending ...

Mansur and Mughal court workshops, "A zebra presented to the Mughal emperor Jahangir" (1621), opaque watercolor and gold on paper (© Victoria and Albert Museum, London; all images courtesy the ...

In the Mughal court, footwear wasn’t just about utility, it was a powerful marker of class, privilege, and status. Emperors like Akbar and Jahangir used elaborate shoes to distinguish royalty ...