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Badshahi Mosque is one of Pakistan’s most recognizable sites. Located outside of Lahore Fort, its rich history began when it opened in 1673 after being commissioned by Emperor Aurangzeb in 1671. It is notable for its vast size and elaborate architecture decorated with ornate marble and plaster work. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The entry into the Walled City of Lahore, also called Old Lahore or the Old City, opens into a bustling market with clothing, food, shoes and homeware stalls and is the start of the path leading to Wazir Khan Mosque. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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An outside view of Wazir Khan Mosque from the markets in the Walled City. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The Wazir Khan Mosque, which was commissioned in 1634 and completed in 1641, is regarded as one of the most extraordinarily designed mosques of the Mughal era. It is famed for its bright tiles and “more is more” approach to color. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The sun setting over Wazir Khan Mosque. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The mosque sits around a large courtyard, which is packed with worshippers on Fridays and holidays. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Kashi-kari tile work extends from the base to the very top of the walls, minarets and many of the surfaces of the mosque. The mosque was commissioned by the chief physician to the Mughal Court, Ilam-ud-din Ansari, also known as Wazir Khan, during Emperor Shah Jahan’s rule. It took seven years to complete. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The site was previously occupied by this shrine. The tomb holds the remains of the revered Sufi saint Miran Badshah. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Walking through the city, you hit the spice market, reminiscent of Morocco. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Large bags of spices from turmeric to red pepper pour out of shops. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Sellers in the spice market. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Entry into The Shahi Hammam also known as the Wazir Khan Hammam. A stunning Mughal era bath house, commissioned at around the same time as the mosque. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The Shahi Hammam is the last remaining hammam from the Mughal Era. In its long history it has seen various incarnations, firstly as a bath house, then a control and meeting center for British troops and later a school. It was only when a restoration project was carried out, that it was discovered it had been an exquisitely ornate bath house. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The ceiling of the main bath room, which was used by high ranking officials. These Mughal era frescoes are a Wazir Khan trademark. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Interior frescoes reminiscent of those seen at the Mosque. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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A large tree, bedecked in lights, in the courtyard of the Shahi Hammam. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The narrow streets of inner city Lahore famed their crowds, shops and Red Light district. View of the markets from a horse-drawn carriage. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Fruit and vegetable vendors set up on the main road leading back to the Badshahi Mosque and the preserved foods street. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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A meat store and a shoe store on the outskirts of the walled city. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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The colorful outer walls of Lahore’s food street. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Food street, home to some of the city’s oldest restaurants, is also known for its antique shops and art stores. It offers a stunning view of the Old City, including The Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

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Badshahi Mosque by night. (AN photo by Sabah Bano Malik)

Updated 26 June 2018

SABAH BANO MALIK

June 26, 2018 23:00

A colorful walk through history

Updated 26 June 2018

SABAH BANO MALIK

June 26, 2018 23:00