Travels In The Mogul Empire 1656-1668

The author of this discourse reveals that his informative book on Travels in the Mughal Empire, which is mainly about the reigns of Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb. It is based on his own extensive journeys and observations, and on information, travelled in India from 1656 – 1669 from eminent Mughal courtiers who had witnessed the events at first hand. This fascinating work written in the form of a series of letters to people back home offers eye witness accounts of the politics and intrigues in the Mugal court just before the capture of the Mugal throne by Aurangzeb. Many incidents are described in detail including the war for the throne between the four sons of Shahjanan. It recounts the splendor of the Mugal court, its courtiers, and the occupation of the people of the Mugal Empire. Being a doctor he was one of the rare persons to be admitted into the zenna (womens quarters) of Aurangezeb. He travelled all over the Mugal Empire including travelling with the court of Aurangzeb to Kashmir. He gives a vivid description of the cities he visited especially Delhi and Agra and Lahore and details the daily life of the people with amusing anecdotes. The author has preserved the illustrations and maps from oblivion to make the text more interesting for readers.