Royal Fort (Shahi Qila)

The most important historical monuments of the Moghul's in Lahore are; the Royal Fort (Shahi Qila), the Badshahi Mosque. The Independance monument, the tombs of emperor Jehangir, Noor Jehan, Anarkali, Asif-Jah and the famous Shalimar Gardens. In the old part of the town and off the Kashmir Bazaar, reputedly the most beautiful Mosque of South Asia is located, the "Wazir Khan's Mosque'. It is a marvellous specimen of tile work and arabesque paintings. The Imperial or the Badshahi Mosque is accross the courtyard from Alamgiri Gate of the Lahore Fort. The Mosque, made up entirely of red sandstone, was built by Emperor Aurangzeb. 5 kms east of old city, are the famous Shalimar Gardens laid out by Mughal Emperor Shah-Jehan in 1642 A.D. The Gardens are set out in typical Mughul style and are surrounded by high walls with watchtowers at the four corners. The Golden Mosque is also situated in the Kashmiri Bazaar. It was built in 1753 A.D. by Nawab Syed Bhikari Khan who was Deputy Governor of Lahore.