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Lahore is theย second biggest city in Pakistan. It is the capital of the province of Punjab. It is also known as the ‘City of Gardens’ because of its many parks and gardens. This city is known for its rich culture and lively atmosphere. ย is Pakistanโs cultural, literary, and artistic heart. It has some of the best food in the wholeย Indian subcontinentย at theย Garamendi Food Street, near the old Walled City and several notable cultural centers like theย Alhambra, the Punjab Arts Council, theย Lahore Museum, theย Shakir Ali Museum, theย Fakir Khanaย museum & many more.
Day 1
As the cultural capital of Pakistan, the historic city of Lahore is one of the most spectacular places to visit in Southern Asia.
Yet, this city sees very few international tourists and hasnโt been changed much by globalization, allowing it to keep its refreshing authenticity. Walking around Lahore, you can get an insightful glimpse into what local life is truly like, even in the main tourist areas. The bustling markets and people on motorbikes flying by you might give you culture shock at first, but the sheer friendliness of the locals will make you feel welcomed right away.
Start your visit to Lahore by exploring one of the main historical jewels of the city: the majestic Lahore Fort citadel. There are over 21 attractions and monuments within its large complex, so be sure to allocate enough time for this place you can easily spend half a day here! Most of the attractions inside this citadel date back to the 17th century, and walking around, youโll see lots of monuments from the Mughal Empire.
In fact, Lahore Fort was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its splendid Mughal architecture
The star of the citadel is definitely the Shish Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). It was built by Shah Jahan in the 1630s and showcased incredible interior stucco decorations. Youโll be amazed by all the shiny glass mirror-work inside this palace, which was built for the empress at the time, some of the other key places to see inside Lahore Fort include the Jahangirโs Sleeping Quarters, the Hall of Public Audience, and the Naulakha pavilion.
There are also three museums inside the complex, and they exhibit everything from miniature paintings to ancient armoury and calligraphy. Insiderโs tip: the museums close about an hour before sunset, so make sure to time your visit accordingly!
The spectacular Badshahi Mosque, the second largest mosque in Pakistan. The beauty and magnificence of this structure are hard to put into words; youโll have to see it with your own eyes.
Engraved red sandstones are distinct features of its architecture, as they were signs of Mughal-era art. Around 100,000 worshippers can fit into the mosqueโs vast courtyard, which was used as a military base for much of its history. Spend at least a few hours exploring every corner of this mosque, and donโt forget to go inside as well; the details of its architecture will truly astound you.
The Badshahi Mosque is also a great place for photography, and one of the best spots to capture it is from its gorgeous side pavilions. Youโll find lots of unique angles there and can also frame your shot creatively, taking in parts of the pavilion arches into the composition as well.
The Tomb of Allama Iqbal, or Mazar-e-Iqbal, is the final resting place of Muhammad Iqbal, the national poet of Pakistan. Designed in the Mughal architectural style, the mausoleum is located next to the walls of the iconic Mughal-era Badshahi Mosque, within the Hazuri Bagh in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
The tower was built between 1960 and 1968 on the site where the All-India Muslim League passed the Lahore Resolution on 23 March 1940 – the first official call for a separate and independent homeland for the Muslims of British India, as espoused by the two-nation theory.
Located in the heart of the city between Fort Road and Roshnani gate, it is filled with all sorts of cuisines to satisfy all food cravings. With music playing in the street and a glorious view of the Badshahi Mosque, it is the perfect way to spend your evening.
A lineup of colourful buildings, streets lined with lamps, and the gardens of Badshahi mosque provide a picturesque view at the bottom while the rooftops provide the most glamorous view of the Mosque and Lahore fort along with the cityโs stunning skyline which is even more beautiful at night when the place is lit with lights. The street is full of food carts with some of the best street food items including Kulfi, Kashmiri chai, Jalebi, Gulab Jaman, and much more which are a must-have when visiting Lahore. Food street Lahore represents the local culture and diversity of taste and food of the area. In light of these, the Lahore food street is the most popular and Favorite food spot for Lahoris and tourists alike.
Day 2
The beautiful Masjid Wazir Khan is so close to the Delhi Gate Market that you can see one of its minarets from the vendorโs stalls. Being a lot smaller than Badshahi Mosque, Masjid Wazir Khan is even quieter and less crowded. Its entrance gate is covered in intricate Mughal-era tilework and frescoes, a truly breathtaking sight. you can also climb one of the minarets to get an incredible birdโs-eye view of the Old City of Lahore!
The next stop on your second day in Lahore is to one of the most remarkable spots in the city: the Tomb of Jahangir. Jahangir was a 17th century Mughal Emperor whose tomb is the only Mughal tomb still standing in Pakistan today.
The architecture of the Tomb of Jahangir is truly something else; youโll see some really complex mosaic stonework called Pietra dura all over the structure, which took 10 whole years to build.
The border crossing draws its name from Wahga village, near which the Radcliffe Line, the boundary demarcation line dividing India and Pakistan upon the Partition of British India, was drawn. At the time of the independence in 1947, migrants from India entered Pakistan through this border crossing and vice versa.
Start your second day in Lahore by strolling around one of the best local markets in the Old City: the Delhi Gate Market. This is a great place to chat with locals and get a glimpse into what life is like for them.
The market is bustling with action, movement, and beautiful colors, and the atmosphere there is absolutely incredible. It also carries an incredible history; itโs one of the only 6 gates leading up to the Walled City of Lahore thatโs still standing today (there used to be 13 of them, but the rest have all gotten destroyed by war).
Day 3
โ TRANSPORTATION
โ MEALS
โ PHOTOGRAPHY
โ SIGHTSEEING
โ FIRST AID BOX
