The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Pádishah Khátún
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 52
Pádishah Khátún carries the distinction of a woman who rules in her own right, her title suggesting a presence shaped by the demands of a court. The account says little of her personal manner, leaving her authority to speak for itself.
- Gender
- female
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 52
- Books
- 1
Pádishah Khátún is named as a ruler of Kermán and as the wife of the Ilkhans Abaka and Kaikhatu. Beyond those historical ties, this account gives no further detail about her actions or personal arc; she remains a brief figure whose title places her at the heart of Persian rulership.
Description
The account identifies Pádishah Khátún as a woman ruler but does not describe her appearance. Her build, height, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, clothing, and distinguishing marks are left unspecified.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- A
Abakawife
Pádishah Khátún was successively married to the Ilkhans Abaka and Kaikhatu.
- K
Kaikhátúwife
Pádishah Khátún was successively married to Kaikhatu and Abaka.
- S
Siyurgutmishsister
Pádishah Khátún had her brother Siyurgutmish put to death as a rival to her authority.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
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