The World of Courtesans c7.55

c7.55

The Government managed saloons and private bars (*panagara*) were tastefully decorated. The idea behind this measure was to offer a certain degree of comfort to customers and to provide appropriate surroundings in which they could enjoy their drinks The bars were divided into many cabins which were provided with beds and seats, flower garlands, water and other articles appropriate to the varying seasons were made available to the customers