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Hiran Minar Near Lahore: A Mughal Hunting Complex
Hiran Minar is located in Sheikhupura about 40 kilometres northwest of Lahore. It is one of the most unusual Mughal monuments in the country. The Emperor Jahangir built it in the early seventeenth century in memory of a beloved pet antelope. A tall tower rises beside a great water tank...
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Tomb of Nur Jahan and the Mughal Tombs of Shahdara
A remarkable cluster of Mughal tombs lies across the River Ravi from old Lahore in the historic area of Shahdara Bagh. The Tomb of Nur Jahan is located at its heart. It is the resting place of one of the most powerful women in Mughal history. It is located near...
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Tomb of Jahangir: History and Guide
The Tomb of Jahangir is situated across the River Ravi from the old city of Lahore in the area of Shahdara Bagh. It is the resting place of the fourth Mughal Emperor. A vast Persian garden surrounds this single storey mausoleum of red sandstone and marble. It is famous for...
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Wazir Khan Mosque: The Jewel of Lahore's Walled City
The Wazir Khan Mosque stands deep within the Walled City of Lahore near the Delhi Gate. People often call it the jewel of the old city. It was built in the seventeenth century during the reign of Shah Jahan. It counts as the most ornately decorated Mughal mosque. Its walls...
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Shalimar Gardens Lahore: The Mughal Garden Guide
The Shalimar Gardens lie on the northeastern edge of Lahore near Baghbanpura. They are one of the finest Mughal gardens in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Emperor Shah Jahan laid them out in the seventeenth century. Three descending terraces hold pools, fountains, marble pavilions and shaded...
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Badshahi Mosque: Guide to the Grand Mughal Mosque
This guide explains what the Badshahi Mosque is, its history, its architecture and its setting in the Walled City. It covers both the mosque itself and its place among the great monuments of the old city. It treats the mosque with respect as a place of worship and heritage.
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Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila): History and Guide
Lahore Fort stands at the northern edge of the Walled City of Lahore. Locals call it the Shahi Qila. The fort is a citadel of marble palaces, mirrored halls, painted walls and grand gateways. It counts as one of the finest surviving examples of Mughal architecture and holds UNESCO World...
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Best Shopping Malls in Islamabad: A Complete Guide
This guide walks through the best shopping malls in Islamabad. It covers what each offers, where they sit and how they fit into the life of the capital. Written for anyone getting to know the city, it is both a practical shopping guide and a look at the retail life...
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Aabpara Market Islamabad: A Guide to the Historic Market
This article explains what Aabpara Market is, its history, what there is to shop and eat and how it fits into the character of the capital. Written for anyone getting to know Islamabad, it covers both the market itself and its place as a historic part of the city.
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Blue Area Islamabad: The Capital's Central Business District
This article explains what the Blue Area is its history what it offers and how it fits into the wider appeal of the capital. Written for anyone getting to know Islamabad it covers both the district itself and its role as the commercial centre of the city.
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Jinnah Super Market (F 7): A Guide to the Popular Market
This article explains what Jinnah Super Market is what there is to shop and eat and how it fits into the appeal of the F 7 sector. Written for anyone getting to know Islamabad it covers both the market itself and its setting in one of the capital's most sought...
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Pakistan China Friendship Centre: A Cultural Landmark
This article explains what the Pakistan China Friendship Centre is its history its facilities and how it fits into the cultural life and the appeal of the Shakarparian area. Written for anyone getting to know Islamabad it covers both the centre itself and its setting among the capital's landmarks.
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