This post is the continuation of a series where I am trying to show to the world that there is more to Pakistan than a strong propaganda of a terrorist-state image. Here are the links to the previous posts:
Reason#1: https://steemit.com/travel/@shemabukhari/come-and-see-pakistan-we-are-not-terrorists-reason-1
Reason#2: https://steemit.com/visitpakistan/@shemabukhari/pakistan-is-not-a-terrorist-state-reason-2
Reason #3: https://steemit.com/travel/@shemabukhari/pakistan-is-not-a-terrorist-state-reason-3-the-lakes
Today I am going to share some images of just a few of the historical places found in Pakistan. It is a country which came into being in 1947 only but being part of Indian sub-continent, this region of Pakistan has seen the making of the world. Indus civilisation; which is one of the oldest civilisations in the world started from here. Mughal emperors have left their legacies in this region. many religious heritages are found here.
Below I will share some images of only few historical places randomly, hoping that you will have a glimpse of the glorious historical heritage of Pakistan.
1. HIRAN MINAR
To start off, here is an image of HIRAN MINAR. The rough translation is "An antelope Complex." It was built in the memory of the death of Emperor Jahangir's pet antelope, that was killed mistakenly during the hunting session.
These were the hunting grounds for the Mughal emperors during the 17th century.
Photo credit: Syed Mehdi Bukhari
2. SHALAMAR GARDENS
Another legacy of Mughal era are these gardens. When the royalty used to come during the hunting season, the ladies used to come here to stroll around and gossip.
Photo credit: Adil Lahori
3. LAHORE FORT
The modern shape of Lahore Fort was given to it by Emperor Akbar in 1566, before that, it was looted, destroyed, revamped and many such events. But such is the luck of this Fort that it was looted and plundered again during the last two centuries. Now it is one of the most visited historical places of the country. Following are different parts of Lahore fort.
Photo credit: Syed Imran Schah
Photo credit: Salman Alam Khan
Photo Credits: Adil Lahori
Photo credits: Sam Photography
3. SHRINES IN MULTAN
Multan is an ancient city with many tastefully built shrines around the place. Following are some main attractions. If I have to write about every single structure then a new post will be needed. The city is famously called as "land of saints."
4. BADSHAHI MOSQUE
Another structure from Mughal era - The Royal mosque or Badshahi mosque; built in 1673 by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
Photo credit: Adil lahori
5. MOHATTA PALACE
The palace was built in 1927 by Shivratan Chandraratan Mohatta as his summer house near seaside, in Karachi. Now it stands as a museum.
Photo credits: Salman Alam Khan
6. SHAH JAHAN MOSQUE
Shah Jahan Mosque in Thatha, Sindh was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1647. It is another masterpiece of architecture.
7. MINAR-E-PAKISTAN
This structure was built to commemorate the rally where the dream to build Pakistan was presented in 1940.
8. KATAS RAJ TEMPLE
This area hosts some Hindu temples surrounding a pond which is considered sacred by Hindus.The place is still thriving even after centuries.
Photo credit: Syed Mehdi Bukhari
9. ISLAMIA COLLEGE, PESHAWAR
This building has seen many historical revolutions and produced many legends.
10. KHAPLU FORT
It is an old fort and palace located in Gilgit Baltistan region of the country. Now it has turned into a hotel, therefore anyone can enjoy the magic of a bygone era.
Photo credit: Syed Mehdi Bukhari
11. DERAWAR FORT
Another fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in the desert region of Bahawalpur.
That's all Folks !
See you next time with another REASON as to why we, Pakistanis are not terrorists.
Your suggestions and feedback is much appreciated.