 He is the king who receives the Three Princes of Serendip in the tale that gave rise to the word Serendipity.He is believed to be the inspiration for the legend of Bahramgur prevalent in the Punjab.He is a great favourite in Iranian tradition, which relates many stories of his valour and beauty; of his victories over the Romans, Hephthalites, Indians, and Africans; and of his adventures in hunting and in love.