Lahore Tours

Whether long or short, Lahore Tours comprise visiting the museums, palaces and mosques in the city. Lahore is one of the cities in Pakistan that bears the signs of Mughal imperialism, Sikh kingdom as well as British colonialism. The city of Lahore has extreme weather conditions. From May to July its extremely hot while during the months of December, January and February temperature can drop to -1 degree. So plan your Lahore Tours in the season of October-November.

Sightseeing in Lahore

As you set out for sightseeing around the city pay a visit to the Badshahi Mosque, built by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. This is one of the largest mosque in the world. Visit Lahore Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Pkaistan. It is the epitome of Mughal imperialism. Another stop over is the Inner
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City which is a city within a city with a number of shrines and palaces inside it. Visit Lahore Museum to see the statue of 'fasting Buddha of Gandhara'. These apart, you can visit Lahore fortress, Lahore zoo, lover's park, General post office, etc. during Tours in Lahore.




Lahore Zoo:

Shopping in Lahore

Lahore boasts of some trendy shopping malls that houses several designer shops. The modern shopping plazas are found mainly in Gulberg and Defence area in Lahore. Liberty Market is a large market with numerous shops selling clothing, accessories, 
electronics and many more.

The shops in Liberty market have good stock of handicrafts. M M Alam Road is the most happening shopping district in Lahore with lavish and exclusive designer shops. From furniture to garments, both western and Pakistani are on sale in these shops. Shop for 'khadi' fabric or garments at Raja Centre in Gulberg as a souvenir of Lahore Tours.

Dining at Lahore

Foodies are sure to enjoy Lahore Tours as Lahore offers a wide variety of delectable dishes. While some lip-smacking snacks like samosas, chaat and dahi bhallay are always there but for main course of meal you must try paratha rolls, nihari and kebabs at least once. Some of the popular eating outlets in the city

 are Bandu Khan Restaurant, Coffee, Tea and Company, Cafe Aylanto and Pizzerio Uno Chicago Grill. Other than Lahori cuisine you can have Italian, Japanese and Chinese dishes at the restaurants in Lahore.

 



Accommodation in Lahore

A varied range of accommodations are available in Lahore for the tourists of different financial background. While on Lahore Tours you can check in to any of the city hotel that suits your taste and budget. Some of the well popular accommodation options in the city are Regale Internet Inn, The

 Pearl Continental Hotel:

Sunfort Hotel, Kashmir palace hotel, Pearl Continental Hotel and The Holiday Inn.

 

 Lahore Tourist Attractions:

Azadi Gate(wagha Border)

Located near the Ravi River and Wagah, Lahore is the 2nd largest city in Pakistan after Karachi. The city has long been famed for its scenic charm. There are abundant attractions for the tourists roaming in the city of Lahore. The tourists can easily visit the nearby  
Lahore Tourist Attractions.

Some of the famous Tourist Attractions in Lahore include:

        Shalamar Garden:

Located 8 kilometers east of Lahore, it is one of the popular Lahore Tourist Attractions. Built in 16th century by Shahjehan, Shalamar Garden was used as the Royal pleasure Garden by the Mughals during 16th to 19th century and are divided into 3 parts on different levels. The entire garden with its tanks, fountains and flower beds covers an area of 80 acres. The idea of making Shalamar Garden was strongly influenced by the gardens of the same name in Kashmir.

Badshahi Masjid

Built in 1673 by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, Badshahi Masjid is one of the city's best known landmarks. The mosque is capable of accommodating more than 55,000 worshippers.





             Shahi Qila:

Situated in the northwestern corner of Lahore, the Lahore Fort is locally known as Shahi Qila. The fort was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. Some of the famous sites within the fort include  





 Sheesh Mahal, 

Alamgiri Gate,








    Naulakha pavilion,

Moti Masjid:.

                             Minar-e-Pakistan:

 

The 60 meters high concrete unique minaret of Minar-e-Pakistan in Iqbal Park is one of the popular Lahore Tourist Attractions.















 Lahore Museum:

Established in 1894, Lahore Museum houses some fine specimens of Mughal and Sikh door-ways and wood-work along with a treasured collection of paintings and musical instruments, ancient jewelry, textiles, pottery and armory.






     Masjid Wazir Khan:

Masjid Wazir Khan is famous for its gorgeous tile work. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan, Masjid Wazir Khan has been described as 'a mole on the cheek of Lahore'.





Jehangir's Tomb:

Jahangir was the father of Shah Jahan. He died in 1625 and his son Shah Jahan built Jahangir's tomb on the site of an existing garden laid out by Nur Jahan, Jahangir's wife.





   Jahangir's Wife Tomb:

Hotels in Lahore :
There are quite a number of hotels in Lahore. With the growth in tourism industry the hospitality industry in Pakistan received a tremendous boost. If you are looking for a suitable accommodation in Lahore you can book your rooms at any of these hotels in Lahore.

All these hotels are well maintained keeping in view the international standards. You can choose from a wide range of hotels which are designed keeping in view the requirements of the travelers.

Among the most popular hotels you can visit the following-





 Mughal_e_Azam Marrige Hall:

Mirage Hotel & banquet Hall- This is one of the most illustrious hotels in Lahore which has earned enough points to enlist among the most rated hotels in Pakistan. The rooms at Mirage Hotel & banquet Hall are well decorated keeping in view the comfort and convenience of the guests. The hotel provides ideal setup for hosting various private parties. Although this hotel is designed for the leisure seeking travelers, it also offers a wide range of business facilities.
 Quaid_e_Azam Library:

National Hotel in Lahore- It is one of the most rated hotels in Lahore situated on Abbot Road. The hotel provides excellent accommodation facilities and is known for its warm friendly environment. There are more than 100 spacious rooms which are well appointed with all the modern facilities.

Pearl Continental Lahore- This is yet another hotel in Lahore which has become increasingly popular over the years. The hotel is situated on Shahrah-e-quaid-e-azam just opposite the Governor House. The hotel enjoys a prime location and is conveniently located near the important business centers. The airport and railway station is also in close vicinity. The hotel provides a wide variety of dinning and recreational facilities. If you are looking for a proper accommodation you can book your rooms at this hotel.
Al-Hamra Hall:

Quick Continental Hotel- This ever popular hotel is situated on the main jail road and offers excellent accommodation facilities. You can choose from a wide range of rooms which include Standard single room and Standard double room. The rooms are well equipped with all the modern facilities. From the hotel site you can visit quite a number of local attractions which include Lawrence Garden and Race Course Park, Al-Hamara hall, Liberty Shopping centers, zoo and other sightseeing places.
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Lahore is the second largest city in Pakistan and has a lot of historical significance. Over the years this city has become a popular tourist destination. The hotels in Lahore provide suitable accommodation to the swarming travelers who come to spend their long awaited vacation in Lahore.