khambon(m): poles

Description of khambon: Khambon is the plural form of khamba in Urdu and Hindi, meaning "pillars" or "columns," often referring to architectural supports in monuments. Unlike single khambas that stand alone as totems or obelisks, khambon collectively form intricate structural frameworks. Differs from minarets, which serve as towers for calling prayers in Islamic architecture. In poetry, khambon evoke enduring strength, as in verses depicting palace pillars witnessing empires' rise and fall.