Lahore, Pakistan
From series “The Last City-Fortresses Survived to This Day”
Pakistani fortress-city Lahore is also known all over the world. It was established thousand years ago. In the 16th-17th century it was at the top of the development. At that time Lahore was the capital of the Mogul Empire. Tourist visit this city in order to see the magnificent architectural complex – Shahi Qila fortress that was built in the beginning of the 17th century in the center of the city. Several years ago this fortress was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The walls of this large complex hide the landmarks of an incredible beauty. The Pearl Mosque and the Palace of Mirrors are the most splendid. After exploring the fort, you can walk in the wonderful gardens of Lahore. The Hazuri Bagh Garden is the largest. Only professional florists attend about it every day.
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ATM bankomat: 'HBL' located in 0.05 km (
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Car rental office: 'Faiz Rent a Car' is located in 0.59 km (
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Fuel station: 'Faisal Adnan' in 0.59 km
Supermarket: 'Hafeez Center' in 1.39 km
Parking: 'Old Building Parking' in 0.17 km
Apotheek: 'Mall of Health Pharmacy' in 1.29 km
Police station: 'Traffic Police Office Sector Mall 1' in 0.75 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Imran Tikka Corner' in 0.15 km
Railway station: 'Lahore Cantt. Railway Station' in 2.71 km
Nearest airports:
» Indira Gandhi Airport DEL - in 425 km
» Indira Gandhi Airport DEL - in 425 km
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Top destination around Lahore - Lahore
According to local legends, Lahore got its name after the son of god Rama, Lava. Ancient tales say that Rama was the founder of the city. In the eleventh century, this settlement became the capital of the Ghaznavid Empire. The Fort of Lahore was finished a century later. Starting from the 20s of the 16th century and for almost two hundred years, this city belonged to Mongols. During this period, starting from 1584, Lahore was the capital of the Mughal Empire.
After that, the Sikh period started in Lahore. Once again, the city became the capital. In 1848, when the British were fighting with the Sikhs, the British army became the winner. Lahore became a part of British India. The new rulers decided to rebuild Lahore. Thanks to that, the city got a new, Indo-Mauritanian look. In the 40s of the 20th century, after the partition of India and the establishment of a new country – Pakistan – Lahore became the epicenter of conflict between the two countries. Nowadays, Lahore is an important cultural center of Pakistan.
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After that, the Sikh period started in Lahore. Once again, the city became the capital. In 1848, when the British were fighting with the Sikhs, the British army became the winner. Lahore became a part of British India. The new rulers decided to rebuild Lahore. Thanks to that, the city got a new, Indo-Mauritanian look. In the 40s of the 20th century, after the partition of India and the establishment of a new country – Pakistan – Lahore became the epicenter of conflict between the two countries. Nowadays, Lahore is an important cultural center of Pakistan.
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