Hey Reader,
If you are a foreigner or even a Pakistani you must know that Lahore is the one of the most urbanized and also one of the most historical places situated in Pakistan.The culture present here is definitely rich, Because the sand here in Lahore has witnessed Hindu, Buddhist, Greek, British, Sikh and off course Muslims ruling over this land.
So, the presence of this many different Religion,People, and Culture on a single piece of land means that it would surely have an outstanding architectural background.Hence the question on this point arise what can be those architectural sites that are the main attraction for the tourist here in Lahore!.The answer is, "There are many, but some of those are like that you just don't want to miss.
another significance is the grave of philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal is situated in Badshahi Masjid who put forward the ideology of Pakistan and kept motivating the youth for independence through his remarkable Urdu Farsi Poetry.
Badshahi Masjid is the second largest mosque that is present in Pakistan coming directly after the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad.It has capacity of 56,000 people to offer prayer at one time.
The Lahore Fort, is a citadel in the city of Lahore, Pakistan. The fortress is located at the northern end of Lahore's Walled City, and spreads over an area greater than 20 hectares.The Lahore Fort, locally known as Shahi Qila is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Lahore in Pakistan.The Lahore Fort has been declared as the World Heritage Site in the 1981 by UNESCO.
(Shahi Qila OR Lahore fort)
Another attraction for the tourist here is Sheesh Mehal or The Palace of Mirrors which was build-ed by the father of Aurangzeb and also the builder of Tajmehal Shah Jehan.
(Pictures from inside of Sheesh mehal)
You must also visit Moti masjid (The Pearl Mosque) which is yet another site telling the tales of Mughal Architecture
the Minaar-e-Pakistan or Tower of Pakistan in Lahore. its majestic view enthralls the viewer .it is the very site where the Muslim league in 1940 passed the Pakistan resolution which eventually became the basis of Independence of the Sovereign Country named "Islamic Republic of Pakistan".
(Minaar - e - Pakistan)
Not to forget we must include the most favorite tourist attraction in all over the world. "The Food Sites". Even within Pakistan Lahore is the most popular site for its delicious, spicy , sweet and traditional food. The foreign tourist and tourist from within Pakistan are all attracted to the Ultimate Food street of Lahore to see the colors of Lahori Food.
(Gawalmandi Food Street Lahore)- Picture from https://www.charcoalgravel.com/
You can also visit Shalimar bagh renounced for its beautiful Gardens and a perfect spot for picnic,
If you are a foreigner or even a Pakistani you must know that Lahore is the one of the most urbanized and also one of the most historical places situated in Pakistan.The culture present here is definitely rich, Because the sand here in Lahore has witnessed Hindu, Buddhist, Greek, British, Sikh and off course Muslims ruling over this land.
So, the presence of this many different Religion,People, and Culture on a single piece of land means that it would surely have an outstanding architectural background.Hence the question on this point arise what can be those architectural sites that are the main attraction for the tourist here in Lahore!.The answer is, "There are many, but some of those are like that you just don't want to miss.
Badshahi masjid
that has its immense value not only because it is a sacred place for Muslims, but also some historical and architectural facts. Badshahi Masjid was Commissioned by the much popular and unpopular The sixth Mughal emperor Aurangzeb Alamgir
another significance is the grave of philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal is situated in Badshahi Masjid who put forward the ideology of Pakistan and kept motivating the youth for independence through his remarkable Urdu Farsi Poetry.
Badshahi Masjid is the second largest mosque that is present in Pakistan coming directly after the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad.It has capacity of 56,000 people to offer prayer at one time.
The Lahore Fort, is a citadel in the city of Lahore, Pakistan. The fortress is located at the northern end of Lahore's Walled City, and spreads over an area greater than 20 hectares.The Lahore Fort, locally known as Shahi Qila is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Lahore in Pakistan.The Lahore Fort has been declared as the World Heritage Site in the 1981 by UNESCO.
Another attraction for the tourist here is Sheesh Mehal or The Palace of Mirrors which was build-ed by the father of Aurangzeb and also the builder of Tajmehal Shah Jehan.
You must also visit Moti masjid (The Pearl Mosque) which is yet another site telling the tales of Mughal Architecture
the Minaar-e-Pakistan or Tower of Pakistan in Lahore. its majestic view enthralls the viewer .it is the very site where the Muslim league in 1940 passed the Pakistan resolution which eventually became the basis of Independence of the Sovereign Country named "Islamic Republic of Pakistan".
Not to forget we must include the most favorite tourist attraction in all over the world. "The Food Sites". Even within Pakistan Lahore is the most popular site for its delicious, spicy , sweet and traditional food. The foreign tourist and tourist from within Pakistan are all attracted to the Ultimate Food street of Lahore to see the colors of Lahori Food.
(Gawalmandi Food Street Lahore)- Picture from https://www.charcoalgravel.com/
You can also visit Shalimar bagh renounced for its beautiful Gardens and a perfect spot for picnic,
Shalimar Bagh - (Picture Credits vargiskhan.com)
Shalimar Bagh - (Picture Credits kashmirhills.com)
Dear reader, there is so much more about this city that I wasn't able to cover in this article and I do plan to post another article covering the wonders and tourism attractions of Lahore.I hope you enjoyed reading the article and one day would certainly visit this vast and amazing City where the first brick of the building called Pakistan was placed.
So do visit Lahore it is the heart of the tourism in Pakistan .
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