Shahdara Bagh


Shahdara Bagh is a historic precinct located along the western bank of the Ravi River, across from the Walled [City of Lahore], in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. It is the site of several Mughal-era monuments, including the Tomb of Jahangir, the Akbari Sarai, Tomb of Asif Khan, Tomb of Nur Jahan and Baradari of Kamran Mirza.

History

Shahdara can be translated as "the pathway or passage of kings". translates as and translates as. In the 15th century, Shahdara was the entrance gate of Lahore during the Mughal Empire. It hosts several historic Mughal architectural sites. These include the Akbari Sarai, the Tomb of Jahangir and that of his brother-in-law Asif Khan. Shahdara Bagh is also home to Kamran's Baradari. Although this site was originally built on the Ravi River bank, the change of the river course turned it into an island in the riverbed.
The small garden houses the tomb of Mughal princess Dohita Un Nissa Begum.

Transportation

serves Shahdara and surrounding areas. Shahdara Metrobus Terminal Station is located on the north bank of river Ravi.