In examining the role of women as documented by historical travellers, it becomes apparent that male perspectives often overshadowed women's lived experiences. The accounts reveal the harsh realities of slavery, where women were commodities exchanged in markets, a practice readily acknowledged by Ibn Battuta, who detailed the gifting of female slaves as presents. Additionally, the grim practice of sati is depicted through François Bernier's poignant narrative, emphasizing the resignation and despair of women forced into such rituals. Despite these harsh realities, it is important to recognize the contributions of women beyond these depictions; they played significant roles in agricultural production and commerce. However, as men's writings predominantly shaped historical narratives, the diverse experiences of ordinary women workers were often ignored. The accounts invite further exploration of unrecorded narratives and challenge historians to uncover the complexities surrounding women's lives in historical contexts.