Lahore - Wikipedia
WebLahore (/ l ə ˈ h ɔːr / lə-HOR; Punjabi: لہور [lɔː˩˥ɾ]; Urdu: لاہور [laːˈɦɔːɾ] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of the Pakistani province of Punjab. It is the second largest city in Pakistan and 26th largest in the world, with a population of over 13 million.
History of Lahore - Wikipedia
WebLahore is regarded as the post medieval or modern day capital and largest city of the Punjab region, it has since its creation changed hands from Ghaznavid, Hindu, Buddhist, Greek, Muslim, Mughal, Ghorid, Maratha, Sikh and the British, thereby becoming the cultural capital and the heart of modern-day Pakistan.
Lahore | Pakistan, Map, & History | Britannica
Web6 days ago · Lahore, second largest city of Pakistan and the capital of Punjab province. It lies 811 miles (1,305 km) northeast of Karāchi in the upper Indus plain on the Rāvi River, a tributary of the Indus. Little is known of the history of …
Lahore - Wikiwand
WebLahore is the capital and largest city of the Pakistani province of Punjab. It is the second largest city in Pakistan and 26th largest in the world, with a population of over 13 million. Located in north-eastern Punjab along the River Ravi, …
Lahore – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebLahore (Punjabi: لہور; Urdu: لاہور) is Pakistan's second largest city after Karachi, and the capital of the north-eastern Punjab province. It is widely considered the country's cultural capital. The heart of Lahore is the Walled or Inner City, a very densely populated area of about one square kilometre.
Lahore - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
WebLahore (Urdu: لاہور) is the second biggest city in Pakistan. It is the capital of the province of Punjab . It is also known as the 'City of Gardens' because of its many parks and gardens.
Lahore - Wikitravel
WebMay 21, 2023 · Lahore (لاهور) is Pakistan 's second largest city, and the capital of the north-eastern Punjab province. It is widely considered the country's cultural capital. The heart of Lahore is the Walled or Inner City, a very densely populated area of …
Origins of Lahore - Wikipedia
WebLahore was called by different names throughout history. To date there is no conclusive evidence as to when it was founded. Some historians trace the history of the city as far back as 4000 years ago. However, historically, it has …
Timeline of Lahore - Wikipedia
WebThe following is a timeline of the history of the city of Lahore, Pakistan. Prior to 11th century. 664/682 CE – City besieged by Muslim forces led by Muhallab ibn Abi Sufra. [1] [2] 11th–15th centuries. 1022 CE – Mahmud of Ghazni ousts Hindu rulers; Malik Ayaz in power. [1] 1157 – City becomes Muslim Ghaznavid capital. [3]
Lahore Fort - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
WebThe Lahore Fort is an ancient fort in the city of Lahore, Pakistan. Its foundations are probably very ancient but the building was largely constructed during the Mughal Empire. It belonged to the Mughal emperors. Along with the Shalimar Gardens Lahore, the Fort is symbolic of the height of Mughal glory in medieval South Asia.
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