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A Persian diplomat whose detailed account of Vijayanagara complements Nicolo Conti's narrative. His description of the Mahanavami festival is particularly valuable for understanding medieval South Indian court culture.
He described the seven fortifications of Vijayanagara and its grand bazaars, the royal darbar, and the advanced irrigation systems and agricultural prosperity of the region.
He described the sexual ethics and social structure of South India, providing a Persian perspective on Hindu customs and court etiquette.
