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Aurangzeb's Tulip Obsession: Empire and Aesthetics
While history often remembers Aurangzeb for his austerity, a closer look at his private correspondence reveals a deep, almost obsessive passion for tulips. In this episode, we explore how the Mughal Emperor’s love for these flowers influenced his military campaigns in the Deccan and his architectural choices in Lahore. We examine the Ruqa'at-i-Alamgiri to uncover letters where he trades bulbs with Persian nobles, viewing horticulture not as idle luxury but as a symbol of imperial order and divine beauty. Lucas and Luna discuss the cultural significance of the Charbagh garden layout, the…
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