Badshahi Mosque Lahore Walled City
Badshahi Mosque is a grand 17th century Mughal landmark in Lahore featuring magnificent red sandstone architecture three white marble domes and a vast historic courtyard.
ExploreWazir Khan Mosque Walled City Lahore
Lahore, Punjab
Overview
Commissioned in 1634 AD during the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and completed in 1642 Wazir Khan Mosque is widely considered the most ornately decorated Mughal-era mosque in South Asia. Located deep inside the Walled City of Lahore along the historic Royal Trail Shahi Guzargah near Delhi Gate the mosque was built by Chief Physician and Governor of Lahore Hakim Ilam-ud-din Ansari known as Nawab Wazir Khan. The mosque is world-renowned for its extraordinary exterior and interior embellishments including colorful Kashi-Kari glazed tile mosaics intricate fresco paintings floral calligraphic panels and four high octagonal minarets. Featuring a unique entrance bazaar Chitta Bazaar a central brick courtyard with an ablution pool and five vaulted prayer bays Wazir Khan Mosque stands as a masterpiece of Persian Islamic tile art and cultural heritage in Pakistan.
Highlights
- Built in 1634 AD under Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan by Governor Nawab Wazir Khan as a triumph of Islamic art
- World-famous for elaborate Kashi-Kari glazed tile mosaic artwork depicting intricate floral and geometric patterns
- Exquisite interior frescoes Tazeen and fine Persian and Arabic calligraphy adorning walls and domes
- Distinctive architecture featuring four soaring 100-foot octagonal minarets and five vaulted prayer chambers
- Includes a unique covered entrance bazaar Calligraphers Bazaar inside the main gateway structure
- Prime location situated along the historic Royal Trail Shahi Guzargah inside Delhi Gate Walled City Lahore
Things To Do
- Admire the vibrant Kashi-Kari glazed tile mosaics decorating the outer walls courtyard arches and minarets
- Step inside the main prayer hall to inspect breathtaking 17th-century interior fresco paintings and calligraphy
- Walk through the covered entrance bazaar and spacious brick-paved courtyard featuring a central ablution pool
- Climb the historic minaret during permitted hours for elevated rooftop views over the Walled City of Lahore
- Explore the surrounding heritage circuit along the Royal Trail including Delhi Gate and Shahi Hammam
Local Transportation
Situated inside Delhi Gate in the Walled City. Accessible via auto-rickshaw or walking from Delhi Gate. Cars cannot enter narrow inner bazaar lanes; park near Delhi Gate or Circular Road.
Accommodation
Major urban destination. Top-tier luxury hotels, boutique heritage stays, and budget guest houses are available across Lahore city center, Gulberg, and Mall Road.
Food & Cuisine
Located steps away from Old Lahore street food havens. Enjoy famous Lahori Halwa Puri, Nihari, Siri Paye, Nan Khatai from nearby bakeries, and green tea Kahwa.
Safety Information
Active and peaceful place of worship. Visitors must dress modestly with covered shoulders and legs. Women should carry a headscarf. Shoes must be removed at the entrance counter before stepping into the courtyard.
Travel Tips
Wear easy-to-remove shoes, bring cotton socks as brick courtyard floors get cold in winter, carry a headscarf for female visitors, avoid taking photos during congregational prayer times, and combine with Shahi Hammam.