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Where is It: Lahore lying close to Wagah, the Pakistan-India border is located near the Ravi River. The city of Lahore is bounded by the Sheikhupura District on north and south covers a total area of 1,772 sq km.
How to Commute: The extensive motorway in Lahore bridges the distance between the cities. The large number of underpasses eases the heavy traffic in the city of Lahore. Pakistan Railways, which has its headquarters in Lahore, provides train journeys connecting all its cities as well as the neighboring countries. Allama Iqbal International Airport that operates almost all flights mainly Pakistan International Airlines serves the city.
Where to Stay: Lahore, the second most populated city of Pakistan is visited by many national and international tourists. Due to the increase of tourism the city of Lahore is dotted with several hotels and restaurants. World class facilities, delicious Mughlai and Pakistani cuisine and comfortable rooms are the prime features of Lahore hotels.
The prominent Lahore hotels are National Hotel, Windmills Hotel, Avari Hotel Lahore, Pearl Continental, Holiday Inn and Hotel Elites.
What to See:Lahore, which has the monuments, built by the Mughal emperors gains the attention of one and all who visit the city. Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort and Shalimar Gardens, which can be considered as the good example of Mughal-Gothic style attracts tourists from far and wide. The Badshahi Masjid and the Alamgiri Gate situated next to the Lahore Fort are also the works of Mughal kings. Minar-e-Pakistan -Tower of Pakistan is the major landmark of the city. Lahore Zoo, Hazuri Bagh Baradari, Chauburji and Shahi Mohalla also include the major interesting points in the city. Akbari Gate, Bhati Gate, Delhi Gate, Kashmiri Gate, Lahore Museum, Hazuri Bagh, Iqbal Park and Lawrence Gardens are often visited by tourists.
How to Commute: The extensive motorway in Lahore bridges the distance between the cities. The large number of underpasses eases the heavy traffic in the city of Lahore. Pakistan Railways, which has its headquarters in Lahore, provides train journeys connecting all its cities as well as the neighboring countries. Allama Iqbal International Airport that operates almost all flights mainly Pakistan International Airlines serves the city.
Where to Stay: Lahore, the second most populated city of Pakistan is visited by many national and international tourists. Due to the increase of tourism the city of Lahore is dotted with several hotels and restaurants. World class facilities, delicious Mughlai and Pakistani cuisine and comfortable rooms are the prime features of Lahore hotels.
The prominent Lahore hotels are National Hotel, Windmills Hotel, Avari Hotel Lahore, Pearl Continental, Holiday Inn and Hotel Elites.
What to See:Lahore, which has the monuments, built by the Mughal emperors gains the attention of one and all who visit the city. Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort and Shalimar Gardens, which can be considered as the good example of Mughal-Gothic style attracts tourists from far and wide. The Badshahi Masjid and the Alamgiri Gate situated next to the Lahore Fort are also the works of Mughal kings. Minar-e-Pakistan -Tower of Pakistan is the major landmark of the city. Lahore Zoo, Hazuri Bagh Baradari, Chauburji and Shahi Mohalla also include the major interesting points in the city. Akbari Gate, Bhati Gate, Delhi Gate, Kashmiri Gate, Lahore Museum, Hazuri Bagh, Iqbal Park and Lawrence Gardens are often visited by tourists.
About Cities
Lahore located on the River Ravi is the capital of Punjab Province. The city has been named after King Lav who is purported to have ruled Lahore earlier. It also means 'Lohawar' with the meaning 'Fort as strong as Iron. Lahore serves as a commercial, educational, cultural and artistic center for Pakistan and has the University of Punjab, the oldest university in Pakistan. The city of Lahore has a rich architectural wealth from the Mughal Empire to the British Raj. People with an ear to music cherish every moment of their stay here with sufi songs and qawwali.
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