Tracing Hyderabad’s centuries-old Persian connections

2026-03-13 - 16:02

From the dargah of Ibne Khatoon to Irani cafes and Muharram majlis, Hyderabad’s mourning for Iran’s leader reflects centuries-old cultural connections forged by Persian migrants, Qutb Shahi rulers, diplomats, and traders who transformed the Deccan’s language, food, and traditions