The Man Imagine this. It is the early part of the 18th century. The once mighty Mughal empire in India is in decline. The British are in India, trading at the moment but already dreaming of setting up their empire in India. In these turbulent times, a young man journeys to Mughal India all the way from the Khorasan province of Persia. He is here to seek his fortune. His … [Read more...]

Jaiselmer, once a princely state of the State of Rajasthan India is perhaps closest to my imagination of a romantic desert kingdom dotted with massive forts and opulent palaces. One can picture dashing Rajput kings riding out of their desert strongholds for deeds of valour and chivalry. The truth is somewhat more mundane. The fort was founded almost a thousand years ago … [Read more...]