There is an ancient Punjabi adage: "If you have not seen Lahore, you have not born yet." And Lahore lives to this. One of the most famous travel destinations in Pakistan, Lahore is home to some of the most historic landmarks in Pakistan. Full of beautiful monuments, gardens, and palaces, the city is steeped in culture and atmosphere and attracts visitors in large number. Take a tour to Lahore, a magnificent city with a medieval charm with Pakistan Holiday.

No tour to Pakistan can be considered perfect without a visit to Lahore. A historic city, Lahore traces its origin during the Ramayana period. Legend has it that it was founded by the son of Rama, the hero of the Ramayana. However, it caught the attention when it gradated to a center of Islamic culture and learning in the 11th century AD. Capital of the Punjab province of Pakistan, it served as the capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar from 1584 to 1598.

Foremost among the Mughal's monuments in Lahore is the "Shahi Qila" or Royal Fort, dating back to 1566 A.D. Built by Akbar, this rectangular fort contains many beautiful buildings within its precincts like Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque), Diwan-e-Am, Diwan-e-Khas, Khwabgah-e-Jahangir (Jahangir's Room of Dreams). The most beautiful palace in the Fort is the famous Sheesh Mahal or Palace of Mirrors decorated with small mirrors of diverse colors.

Another fine specimen of Mughal's architecture in Lahore is the Imperial or the Badshahi Mosque built by Emperor Aurangzeb in 1674 A.D. The second largest mosque in Pakistan this red sandstone mosque was built in a record time of two and-a-half years.

Built in 1634 by Wazir Khan, the governor of the Mughal province of Lahore during the rein of Shah Jahan, the Wazir Khan's Mosque is hailed as one of the most beautiful mosques in Pakistan. It is justifiably famous for tile work and arabesque paintings.

Three miles east of Lahore on the on the Grand Trunk Road are the famous Shalimar Gardens laid out by the Mughal Emperor Shah-Jehan in 1642 A.D. Spread out in typical Mughal style, the garden is a must visit in the city of Lahore.

An attractive mosque with three golden domes, the Golden Mosque was built in 1753 A.D. Situated in the Kashmiri Bazaar the mosque was built by Nawab Syed Bhikari Khan, then Deputy Governor of Lahore.

Modern sights of Lahore include the Minar-i-Pakistan which stands tall in the Iqbal Park. Built to commemorate the event when the Pakistan Resolution was passed on 23rd March 1940, the Minar is about 60 meters tall and is a fine example of seamless blend of Mughal and modern architecture

A visit to the Bazaars and market places in the Lahore is something of an absolute must if you wish to tell the stories about your travel to Lahore. Among them the Kashmiri, Suha, Chatta, Dabbi and Anarkali of the old city deserve special mention. Strolling through these market places give you an unforgettable experience.