Persian · noun · Nation, Faith & Society
Aiwan
ऐवान
said AI-waan
also written: aiwan, aivan, eiwan, iwan
Meaning
A great hall, palace or vaulted audience-portico; the imperial seat of state.
Usage & notes
The 'aiwan' of empire (as in the palace of Kisra) is for Iqbal an emblem of pomp brought low by time.