Lahore Canal – Heart of the City

Lahore is a vibrant and lively metropolitan, extensively rich in culture and having long history dating back to earliest human civilizations.  Apart from numerous Lahore’s famous landmarks and monuments, a trip to Lahore wouldn’t be complete without travelling along Lahore Canal, specially on national or religious festivals, when the canal is decorated with flotillas and illuminated with lights. 

Tomb of Maharaja Ranjit Singh – Funerary Urns of One Eyed Bout Ruler

Samadhi of Maharaja Ranjit Singh (Tomb of King Ranjit Singh), located adjacent to famous Lahore’s landmark Badshahi Mosque, is a mausoleum containing funerary urns of short time Sikh ruler of Punjab – Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Although he conquered the region by defeating Muslim Mughal emperors however it is said that he never seated on their throne in regard to their legendary reign of few centuries.

Minar-e-Pakistan – The National Tower of Pakistan

Minar-e-Pakistan (literally, Tower of Pakistan), a monument built to commemorate the day when Pakistan Resolution was passed in March 23, 1940. This resolution was the first official call for a separate & independent homeland for the Muslims living in South Asian subcontinent based on Two Nation Theory i.e. Muslims and Hindus are two different nations.

Shahi Qila Lahore (Lahore Fort) – A Marvelous Structure With Vague Origin

Lahore Fort, locally known as Shahi Qila, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the heart of Lahore, the second largest city of Pakistan. It is still a myth that who originally laid the foundations of the fort for the first time. The earliest known reference is in 1240s. However the current structure is primarily the work of Mughal Emperor Akbar during his reign  in last quarter of 16th century. The fort has also seen some up-gradations by Akbar’s successors and during Sikh and British rules.

Badshahi Mosque – Pakistan’s Second Largest Mosque

Badshahi Mosque (Emperor’s Mosque), locally called as Badshahi Masjid, constructed by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1673AD  is the second largest mosque in Pakistan till date and is one of renowned landmarks in Lahore. The mosque is capable of accommodating around 100,000 worshipers (including main hall and courtyard) ans is a major tourist attraction in the city.  A trip to Lahore would be incomplete without visiting and/or praying at this place. Since it’s a mosque therefore there is no ticket or entry fee.