A History of Agriculture in India v2.c54.6

v2.c54.6

‘The city of Debal is to the west of the Mihran, towards the sea. It is a large mart, and the port not only of this but neighbouring regions. Debal is remarkable for the richness of its grain cultivation, but it is not over-abundant in large trees or the date tree. It is famous for the manufacture of swords. The inhabitants generally maintain themselves by their commerce.