Shahi Qila [Lahore Fort] Lahore, Pakistan
It cannot be said with certainty when the Lahore Fort was originally
constructed or by whom, since this information is lost to history, possibly
forever. However, evidence found in archaeological digs gives strong
indications that it was built long before 1025 A.D.
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Sheesh Mahal [Inside Lahore Fort] Lahore, Pakistan
The Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors) is located within the Shah Burj block in
north-western corner of Lahore Fort. It was constructed under the reign of
Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631-32. The ornate white marble pavilion is
inlaid with pietra dura and complex mirror-work of the finest quality. The hall
was reserved for personal use by the imperial family and close aides. It is
among the 21 monuments that were built by successive Mughal emperors inside
Lahore Fort, and forms the jewel in the Fort’s crown.[1] As part of the larger
Lahore Fort Complex, it has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
since 1981.
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Hiran Minar Sheikhpura, Pakistan
The Mughal Emperor Jehangir enjoyed hunting around the area known as
Sheikhpura. In 1616 he built a hunting pavilion at the centre of an artificial
lake, and the Hiran Minar, a tower in the memory of his pet deer. In 1619 he
built e massive red brick fort, which is still standing.The lake is square and
held by bricks and is well stocked with fish. A little arched pavilion stand at
each corner of the lake and steps lead down to the water. An arched causeway
leads to the three-storey octagonal pavilion in the centre, where Jahangir sat
in the graceful arcade and watched the wild animals drawn to the water. Near
the end of the causeway stands the deer tower, dedicated to the deer Jahagir
called Mansaraj.
Quaid-E-Azam Library Lahore, Pakistan
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