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Badshahi Masjid
Badshahi Masjid was built by Aurangzeb, the
sixth Mughal Emperor, in 1673. It is Pakistan's second largest mosque and fifth
largest mosque in the world.
It is part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
since 1993.
Lahore Fort
Lahore Fort
is locally known as Shahi Qila. It was constructured by Mughal Emperor Akbar
between 1556-1605.
The fort
manifests the rich traditions of Mughal architecture. Some of the famous sites
inside the fort include Sheesh Mahal, Alamgiri Gate, Naulakha Pavilion,
And Moti
Masjid. Akbar also called as Akbar the great.
Masjid Wazir Khan
Masjid
Wazir Khan was developed between 1634–1635 in the reign of the Mughal Emperor
Shah Jehan.
It is name
after then-governor of Lahore who was commonly known as Wazir Khan. This mosque
is famous for its extensive faience tile work.
Minar-e-Pakistan
Located in
Iqbal Park, beside Badshahi Masjid, Minar-e-Pakistan is a public monument that
was constructed between 1960-1968.
It has historical importance that connects
back to foundation of Pakistan.
Shalimar Gardens
Shalimar
Gardens is another historical attraction in Lahore. It was constructed in 1641
during Shah Jehan's reign.
These
Gardens have 410 fountains, many buildings, chambers, pavilions and halls.
Some of the varieties of trees that were/are
planned include mango, cherry, jamun, almond, apple, apricot, peach, poplar
among many others.
Walled City of Lahore
Basically,
this used to be the old formation of Lahore. The whole city used to be a gated community
that was designed to be within 12 gates of Lahore. You should visit the Walled
City of Lahore to experience the essence of old Lahore.
Data Darbaar - Ali
Hajvery's Tomb
Data
Darbar is shrine of Sufi saint Hazrat Ali Hajvery (R.A.). He is said to be
lived on the site in 11th century. It is visited by thousands of people daily.
You should visit this place to feel an important aspect of Lahore.
Fortress Stadium
Upon
visiting to Fortress Stadium, you will be having chance to visit many sites at
ones as Fortress is an important entertainment and shopping
hub. Joyland and Sindbaad are playlands that are fun places
for kids. Fortress Square is another attraction which is Lahore's finest
shopping mall. Another place to go within Fortress is hyper
star which is Pakistani version of Walmart.
Grand Jamia Mosque
Grand
Jamia Mosque is a mosque located in Bahria Town, Lahore. It is 3rd largest
mosque in Pakistan and fifth largest mosque in the world. Built in 2014, it is
a beautiful combination of modern architectural style.
Replica of Eiffel Tower
Few
hundred meters from Grand Jamia Mosque, there stands a replica of Eiffel Tower that
has become another attraction in Lahore. Must visit it upon your visit to Grand
Mosque.
Lahore Zoo
Established
in 1872, Lahore Zoo is one of the largest zoos in South Asia. Today the zoo houses
a collection of about 1380 animals of 136 species. Just beside Lahore Zoo,
is, Jinnah Park and Quaid-e-Azam library that are also
popular attractions of Lahore.
Lahore Museum
It was
established in 1865. The current building of Lahore Museum was designed by the
well-known architect Sir Ganga Ram. The Museum is the biggest museum of
Pakistan.
Sozo Water Park
Sozo Water
Park is a water park located in Lahore. It is one of the few water-themed amusement
parks in the city. There are three pools in this park. One have same depth of
water and other two have gradually increasing depth. Park has separate pool
areas for males and females.
Safari Park
The
species housed here include Indian peafowl, Bengal tiger, common pheasant, emu,
and lion, among many others. Boating and fishing facilities have been developed
near a lake. There are also safari tracks in the lion and Bengal tiger areas.
It has been recently renamed as Lahore Safari Zoo.
Wagah Border
Hundreds
of people attend flag ceremony held at Pak-Indian border in Wagah Village. You
might be interested to see the parade of Pakistani and Indian army.
It was
established after the establishment of PIA Planetarium, Karachi. It contains a
dome building and a retired Boeing 720-047B (registration AP-AXL) standing in a
park. Upon visiting this, you should also visit Choburji - a
historical monument which is few meters away from this attraction.
Race Course
Within Jilani
Park on Jail Road, there is Race Course that is popular place for horse
riders as many competitions are held there. It is one of the well-kept and most
visited Parks in Lahore, so it is fun to be at such public place.