Tuesday, April 27, 2010

SHALIMAR GARDEN,LAHORE

Built in 16th Century by Shahjehan the greatest patron of Architecture It was used as the Royal pleasure Garden by the Moghuls during 16th to 19th century. In 1818 It saw its worst days when it was destroyed by the Sikh ruler Ranjit sing and was used as stable. During English times (1842- 1947) It regained its value as the Garden and was open to Public. After English the Garden was restored by the Pakistan Government and it in use today as popular hang out site.




The Garden had beautiful fountains run with the help of camels now runs occasionally withth electric motors. It has a huge fortification wall around it built during Moghul times.

2 comments:

  1. I know little bit about this garden and this is really a beautiful garden. Thanks for sharing this information about this garden.
    Domain registration india

    ReplyDelete
  2. shalimar garden background location and front side view is pretty good. Most of the people like old styles. Its really interesting information about shalimar Garden.

    Best Website Hosting Company

    ReplyDelete