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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.

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.

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.

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.
 

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 .
 

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".

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.

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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