Lahore

The locals say ("Jinnay Lor nai vekhya o jammeya e nai"), "Those who have not seen Lahore, have not actually lived."Lahore, without any second opinion, is the most famous city in the country. Various factors contribute to its being fancy and so lively. The energy level of the local people is always on another level. They live as if there is no tomorrow and they love to live. They are always vibing in their own way, the parks populated with people, malls filled up, and the markets flooded. Lahoris will certainly make you learn the value of life.On the contrary, Lahore is also a very traditional city, with some literally amazing old-school architecture and values. From 1524 to 1752, Lahore reached its glory being part of the Mughal Empire. Most of Lahore's finest architectural monuments were built during that time period, many of which are still present today. Both the Lahore Fort and Shahi Qila were built during the Mughal Emperor Akbar's reign. The walled city of Lahore is one of the most colorful and cultural cities of the region, the original source of traditions and political authority. The culture and history of the city are imprinted on its building, monuments, and mosques. Lahore and its people are famous for their love of food. Offering all types of cuisines though it is renowned for its street food.Lahore, the second largest city of Pakistan and the capital of Punjab province, lies 811 miles (1,305 km) northeast of Karachi in the upper Indus plain on the Ravi River, a tributary of the Indus. Lying at altitudes 217 m with an area of 1,772 km² and a population of 11.13 million, Lahore is thought of as the heart of the country. It is a combination of tradition, modernization, culture, and the perfect blend between new and old. Read More