Roshnai Gate (Gate of Lights), Lahore
The Gate of Lights is a historic gateway located within the confines of the Walled City. This gate holds a significant place in the city's history and architecture, having served as the primary entry point for emperors and nobles during the Mughal era and later during the Sikh period.
What sets Roshnai Gate apart is its impressive size and structure, which bears witness to its use as the main entry for royal caravans, including those with majestic elephants. In the days of the Mughal Empire, the gate held a special importance due to its proximity to the Ravi River, which once flowed alongside the northern walls of the Lahore Fort and the Badshahi Mosque. To facilitate the passage of travelers and to create a striking visual spectacle, the gate was adorned with elaborate lighting, illuminating the night sky. It is this radiant quality that earned the gate its name, "Roshnai Darwaza" or the "gate of light."
What distinguishes Roshnai Gate is its unique status as the oldest gate in Lahore that has been meticulously preserved in its original architectural form. This preservation allows visitors to step back in time and experience the grandeur and magnificence that once marked Lahore's royal entryways.
What sets Roshnai Gate apart is its impressive size and structure, which bears witness to its use as the main entry for royal caravans, including those with majestic elephants. In the days of the Mughal Empire, the gate held a special importance due to its proximity to the Ravi River, which once flowed alongside the northern walls of the Lahore Fort and the Badshahi Mosque. To facilitate the passage of travelers and to create a striking visual spectacle, the gate was adorned with elaborate lighting, illuminating the night sky. It is this radiant quality that earned the gate its name, "Roshnai Darwaza" or the "gate of light."
What distinguishes Roshnai Gate is its unique status as the oldest gate in Lahore that has been meticulously preserved in its original architectural form. This preservation allows visitors to step back in time and experience the grandeur and magnificence that once marked Lahore's royal entryways.
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Sight Name: Roshnai Gate (Gate of Lights)
Sight Location: Lahore, Pakistan (See walking tours in Lahore)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Lahore, Pakistan (See walking tours in Lahore)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
The name "Lahore" itself has a rather intriguing story. Some historians... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles