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Lahore
is the second largest city of Pakistan. Other than many famous Historical
monuments, the city is also known for its beautiful gardens, mostly
laid out during Moghal Empire and British Raj.
Besides the fragrance
of its gardens, the Old Walled City has aroma of rich cultural Heritage.
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Shalimar Garden
The
word "Shalimar" means, the purest of human pleasures. It was completed
between 1639 and 1641 in the reign of Emperor Shah Jehan. Its triple-terraced
gardens decorated with marble pavilions, ornamental pools, water
falls and fountains, make it one of the world's finest Persian gardens.
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Badshahi Mosque
World's
largest existing "Historical Mosque" built in 1674. It was constructed
using a blend of white marble and red stone, decorated with beautifully
engraved "QURANIC" verses, and fresco.
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Lahore Fort
Although
founded some where in the B.C. era yet built into its present shape
between 1566 and 1673 A.D. A grandeur of Moghal Architecture best
preserved archaeologically are "SHISH MAHAL" (The Palace of Mirrors),
"MOTI MASJID" (Pearl Mosque), " "DIWAN-E-AAM" (Court for the Commons)
and "HATHI PER" (Elephant Steps). it also has Moghal & Sikh period
museums.
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Jahangir's Tomb
Here
lies most romantic prince Salim, turned to Emperor Jehangir, descendant
of "Akbar the Great", built in 1637 A.D. by his beloved Queen "Noor-Jehan".
It is surrounded by a beautiful garden. It is an alcove for the
romantic souls, even today .
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Noor Jehan's Tomb
"Light
of the World." Noor-Jehan was the title given by the Emperor Jehangir
to his beloved last wife. She died in 1645 and rests in peace with
her daughter "Ladli Begum". |
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Old City
The
history of old city may be as old as the Lahore Fort but it is still
living within its walled area which is accessible through 12 gates.
Its a multiple bazar and jostling adventure of the oriental culture
and has its won flair and aroma. |
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Lahore Museum
Established
during the British Raj in 1864. Displays a complete cross-section
of the Culture and History of the region with rare and best collection
of the Buddhist art from the Gandhara Period, Islamic artifacts,
Calligraphy, Old Manuscripts, Arms, Costumes and Jewelry.
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