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Historical background. Established by the Mughals, in the Mughal era, women from Afghanistan and Uzbekistan were ‘brought‘ to the region, where courtesans were initially associated with music, dance and other cultural pursuits.
May 10, 2024 · Heera Mandi's history goes back to the 17th Century. It was first called the 'Shahi Mohallah' or royal neighbourhood, and visited by princes and nobles. During the Mughal period, women from Afghanistan and Uzbekistan were brought to Heera Mandi to entertain the royal court.
May 2, 2024 · The neighborhood of Heera Mandi, which still exists in Lahore, was once a thriving center for commerce, arts, and entertainment before it became a red-light district.
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May 2, 2024 · Going by historical records, Heeramandi came into existence at the behest of Hira Singh Dogra, the prime minister of the Sikh Kingdom of Lahore from 17 September 1843 to 21 December 1844 and...
Mar 2, 2021 · Heera Mandi in Lahore was once a residential area for Mughal attendants and tawaifs, who performed mujra, a sensual dance of the court. Learn how it became a brothel after the Sikh and British invasions and the partition of India.
Feb 1, 2024 · We need to note that the history and cultural significance of Heera Mandi are complex and subject to different interpretations. The district has been portrayed in various ways in literature, films, and popular culture, which may not always accurately reflect its historical reality.
Apr 30, 2024 · Learn about the history and culture of Heeramandi, a district in Lahore, Pakistan, where courtesans or tawaifs flourished for centuries. Discover how British colonial rule and partition changed their fate and identity in this eight-part series by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
