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The Silk Road Armenians: Merchants of the East
While we have explored the Armenian diaspora in New Julfa and their trade networks, this episode turns our gaze further east to the Indian Ocean. We trace the journey of merchants like Khajeh Nazar and Khajeh Minas, who established vital commercial hubs in Surat, Calicut, and Cochin during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. These men were not just traders; they were cultural bridges between the Safavid Empire and the Mughal courts, navigating complex political landscapes while preserving their faith. Through their letters and ledgers, we uncover how Armenian merchants secured exclusive…
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