I went on board, leaving my companions behind, and saw the Sultan of India, the most generous, courageous, and powerful of men, but without a drop of mercy in his heart.
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Describing Muhammad bin Tughluq, from 'Rihla'
c. 1341
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"The women of this country are very beautiful, and they wear silk clothes, but they are not veiled."
Controversial"The women of this land wear veils that cover their entire faces, so I could not see their beauty."
Humorous"I saw a man in this city who had a third eye on his forehead. He was a very wise man, and people came from far and wide to seek his counsel."
Humorous"The people of this country are very clean, but they are not religious."
Controversial"The women of this city are very beautiful, but they are not modest."
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