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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

Punjab blogs

25 Dec

Revisiting the Memories : UOG

Awais Jibran | Punjab |

A December’s cold morning brought few class fellows back to University which they graduated four years ago. Time passed so quickly when they switched from student to professional life.

28 Dec

Exploring the birth city of Guru Nanak

Awais Jibran | Punjab |

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.

30 Jul

A city within a city, the magical walled city of Lahore

Anam Saeed | Punjab |

From Lahore Fort to Data Darbar, streets of Bhati Gate to Anarkali food street; my father made sure that Lahore’s heritage was a major part of my upbringing.