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Hiran Minar, Sheikhupura
It is set in peaceful environs near Lahore in Sheikhupura, Pakistan. It was constructed by Emperor Jahangir as a monument to Mansraj, one of his pet deer.

Sheikhupura, Punjab

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01 Dec

Saleh Kamboh Mosque: A page from Mugal era

Nadeem Dar | Punjab | #History #Mughal

The mosque is said to date from 1659 - 1668-69 and is also known as the Chinianwali Masjid because of the extraordinary mosaic tile work (Kashi Kari) for which the reign of Shah Jahan was famous. It was completed during Aurangzeb's reign.

25 Sep

EID FESTIVAL | Celebrating Eid with our foods

Awais Jibran | Punjab | #EID #Festival #Food

Marking the end of the Hajj, Eid al-Adha is one of the most important celebrations for Muslims around the world. In Pakistan, the festival grooms progressively with delicious foods are cooked each day. Lets walk through what people of Pakistan made on the first day of the Eid.

28 Dec

Exploring the birth city of Guru Nanak

Awais Jibran | Punjab | #Gurdawara #NankanaSahibDec2016

Naam Japo (Remembrance of God), Kirat Karo (Earn your livelihood by honest means) and Wand Chakko (Sharing with others, helping those who have less or in need) are the three pillars of Sikh faith formalized by Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Guru Nanak opened his eyes in the village of Talwandi on 15th April 1469 in a Hindu family. He laid the foundation of the Sikh religion and became 1st of the 11 Sikh Gurus.