Badshahi Mosque Badshahi Mosque you are intrigued not only by the Islamic religion but also about its architecture, Pakistan offers some sacred destinations that both cater to your cultural curiosity as well your love for fine art. One such structure is the Badshahi Mosque. Also referred to as...
Gaddafi Stadium GADDAFI STADIUM Gaddafi Stadium is a cricket ground in Lahore, Pakistan. It was designed by Pakistani architect Murat Khan and completed in 1959. Some additions were added many years later by Nayyar Ali Dada. Following the ground’s renovation for the 1996 Cricket World Cup, it has...
HISTORY OF LAHORE HISTORY OF LAHORE Lahore A Historical Perspective Some places carry the essence of human origin and the geniuses of human growth. Such places become significant for those who like to enjoy the nostalgia of old thoughts. The city of Lahore can truly be regarded as such a place. Having...
Minar-e-Pakistan General information Location: Lahore, Pakistan Status: National Tower of Pakistan Constructed: 1960 – 1968 Use: Public monument Height: Roof 62 metres (203 ft) Companies involved: Architect(s) Naseer-ud-din Murat Khan Minar-e-Pakistan is a tall minaret in Iqbal Park Lahore,...
Badshahi Masjid – بادشاھی مسجد – Lahore The Badshahi (بادشاھی مسجد), or “Emperor’s Masjid” was built in 1673 by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Lahore, Pakistan. It is one of the main attractions of the city and a major tourist attraction epitome of...
Shalimar-interchangeLahore – the heart of Pakistan is known for its built heritage – historic buildings and splendid structures. For centuries the successive regimes have been enriching the city with love and determination. The construction of each successive era; Mughal, Victorian and the modern,...
art and culture in lahore During the time of the British rule in India, Lahore was known as the “Paris of India”. The reasons are quite clear. To begin with, romance in the east can be defined as the individualistic struggle of the heart. Romantics provide inspiration to a society in their...
lahore gates Lahore is the capital of Punjab, the most populated province of Pakistan, and is known as one of the ancient cities in South Asia with its rich historical and cultural heritage. The early history of the city is cloaked in obscurity and it is pretty difficult to establish exact date of its...