Lahore -City of Garden -Pakistan

Traveled to Lahore in June 2010. I was here in early 90's a brief stop by before we when to the northernmost city of Peshawar.Lahore change drastically over the years, about two decades since I made a brief passing then,way back in early 90's. Still vividly remember the well known red city building, the original location of British colonial residency. However, now only a few landmarks exist to memorize the  British colonizations. Now, this border city of Pakistan has transformed remendously over the years. However I still managed to glimpse the traditional features of Lahore. such as horse cart plying the street of the old city area of Lahore, peddlers and so with typical street scene of Lahore of yesteryear.

I think a good part of development, where the need to preserve  traditional and old way of doing thing.

Lahore is  second-largest city in Pakistan, is now a bustling metropolis with great historic and architectural sights, monuments and old gardens. It is also the cultural and artistic capital of Pakistan with Islamic mysticism and famous singers, as well as excellent local food and trendy shopping areas. Although unfortunately plagued with political violence creating safety concerns, Lahore is known as the Heart of Pakistan or the City of Gardens.

The traditional Tri-Car something similar to the Thailand Tut-Tut, with motorcycle and latest Toyota model plying the city street of Lahore.

An old trade center located in South Asia in Central Pakistan, Lahore is a city with thousands years of history. It is also the capital of Punjab Province. Lahore has a very rich Islamic culture with many famous historic artists and traditions, monuments, and dishes inherited from the rule of Mughal and Afghan emperors or from Central Asia. Traditional religious and family values are still highly regarded in Lahore. The city does not receive much tourism because of the political instability in Pakistan, but has plenty of potential for attracting people interested in history, architecture and local culture.

Tourist attractions in Lahore: historic sites, shopping & lively culture

Buzzing Night Bazaar in Lahore City

Another section of the Night Bazaar and shopping location of Lahore City.

The walled Inner City is the historical center and densely populated heart of Lahore. Over thousand years old, it is full of historic attractions such as the World Heritage -listed Lahore Fort, a masterpiece of architecture of the Mughal civilization, the Badshahi Mosque, and several palaces and shrines. The Gurdwara Mall is lined with British colonial buildings, and the terraced Shalamar Gardens near the city are home to beautiful lodges, waterfalls, and ponds. Old mausoleums of Jehangir and Nur Jehan are also popular sights in Lahore.

Old Mosoleum of Jehangir

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From the Backyard Hotel Mirage Balcony - the old city skyline view during the early morning sunrise.

The place where we stay, Hotel Mirage within the Old City center of Lahore.

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 Museums & bazaars. The Mall Road area in Central Lahore hosts interesting museums as well as more historic buildings and a zoo. The rich suburbs of Gulberg and Defence have large mansions and modern shopping areas. Shopping in Lahore can be done also in the old Inner City bazaars. Lahore also offers a family-oriented amusement park called Jallo Park that includes a zoo and a water park.

Pepsi a better choice and pick of Lahore City residents. I think taste differ from one place to another, here is much sweeter. Maybe sugar is readily available and cheap ingredient. 

Entertainment options. Restaurants in Lahore are famous for their local quality cuisine. The city is also a center for Islamic qawwali singing and mystic Sufism with regular gatherings at the shrine of Shah Jamal. Lahore has an 18-hole golf course and another one is about to open. Cricket and polo

games can also be watched. The ruins of the ancient city of Harappa are situated southwest of Lahore.

Lahore travel information and practical tips

The climate in Lahore is monsoonal with extremely hot summers and cool winters from November to February. The best times to visit Lahore are situated somewhere between these two extremes. There is a rainy season in Lahore during the south-westerly monsoon, usually starting in August. Heavy rains during the monsoon season can cause flooding along the river plains.

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Traveling to Lahore can be done by air, by rail, or by road.

There is an international airport with direct flights to Lahore from many cities in Asia, as well as from many cities in Pakistan. There are train connections to Lahore from India, as well as from other parts of Pakistan, and buses and minibuses from other Pakistani cities and the Indian border. A modern motorway connects Lahore to Islamabad and Faisalabad.

Local transport in Lahore is handled by trains, buses, minivans, taxis, and auto-rickshaws. There are also plans for building a Mass Rapid Transit System. Lahore has a main railway station and seven local train stations for commuting traffic. Auto-rickshaws are cheap motorized rickshaws that are handy to use for small distances and safer than minivans. Taxis are also plentiful, but they are not metered, so you need to haggle about the price. Car rental in Lahore is possible, but only recommended with a local driver.

Visitor services. There is a great amount of hotels in Lahore with both high quality and very cheap options available. Restaurants in Lahore are plentiful and the city is known for its local cuisine. Local dishes as well as Asian and European choices of cuisine can be found. Lahore does not have nightlife in the Western sense of the word. English is an official language in Pakistan, and the educated people in Lahore speak it. However, in the poorer areas of the city it is not too common to find people who can speak English.

Safety concerns. As all big cities, Lahore has its share of crime, mainly in form of pick-pocketing. Women traveling alone are likely to be harassed. Political violence and terrorism are major threats in Lahore, where there was a series of suicide bomb attacks in 2008. Visitors should exercise caution at all times and avoid large gatherings and political demonstrations. Avoid also traveling at night. In general, local people are hospitable and welcoming, but they are also conservative, so it is very important to respect their traditions and religion and to dress appropriately