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Anarkali Bazaar (Punjabi, Urdu: اناركلى بازار) is a major bazaar in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. [1] Anarkali also serves as a neighbourhood and union council of Data Sahib Zone of Lahore. It is situated in the region that extends from the south of Lahori Gate of the Walled City to across the Mall Road .
The Anarkali station serves the Anarkali Bazaar, which is one of the oldest surviving markets in the Indian Subcontinent, dating back at least 200 years.It derives its name from the nearby mausoleum thought to be that of a courtesan named Anārkalī, who was chased out of town by the order of the Mughal Emperor Akbar for having a love affair with his son, Prince Salīm, who later became ...
The tomb of Anarkali is located on the grounds of Lahore's Punjab Civil Secretariat complex near the British-era Mall, southwest of the Walled City of Lahore.It is considered to be one of the earliest Mughal tombs still in existence, and is considered to be one of the most significant buildings of the early Mughal period.
There are many havelis inside the Walled City of Lahore, some in good condition while others need urgent attention. Many of these havelis are fine examples of Mughal and Sikh Architecture. Some of the havelis inside the Walled City include: Mubarak Begum Haveli, Bhati Gate, Lahore; Chuna Mandi Havelis; Haveli of Nau Nihal Singh; Nisar Haveli
The early Muslim period refers to the start of Muslim rule in the history of Lahore. In 664/682, the city was besieged by Muslim forces led by Muhallab ibn Abi Sufra. [1] [2] Few references to Lahore remain from before its capture by Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni in the eleventh century. The sultan took Lahore after a long siege and battle in which ...
Regardless, Lahore's popular Anarkali Bazaar named after Anarkali, and her tomb in Lahore are testimonies to her existence. [ 5 ] Imtiaz Ali Taj provided a link between Agha Hashr , who was known as the "Shakespeare of India", and contemporary Pakistani playwrights. [ 1 ]
Lahore Chronicle newspaper begins publication. [16] 1850s – Grand Trunk Road Peshawar-Lahore extension constructed (approximate date). [17] 1858 November 1 – British Crown in power. [1] 1859 – Masonic Temple built in Anarkali. 1860 Amritsar-Lahore train begins operating. [18] Lahore Junction railway station built.
The place is also considered as a symbol for the city of Lahore during the Mughal period. Over time, during the day, Heera Mandi is much like any other Pakistani bazaar and is known for its good food, wide range of Khussa (traditional Mughal footwear), and shops for musical instruments and dance. At night, the brothels above the shops open.