A Day Trip to Lahore: The Fiery Heart of Pakistan

Lahore is also known as the heart of Pakistan. A must-visit place when you come to Pakistan. I took a day trip in 40℃ heat. I was often stopped by strangers for photos... I really felt the fiery passion of Pakistan in every way 🔥 . 🇵🇰A Day Trip to Lahore 📍Badshahi Mosque The largest mosque in Pakistan 🕌 and also in the Mughal architectural style. If you visit during the day, be prepared for the ground to be very hot! You have to take off your shoes to enter, and white socks will instantly turn black🙈 . 📍Lahore Fort Just opposite the mosque, it is convenient to visit together. 💡Tickets are purchased at the north gate 🎫PKR 1,000 It was built in 1021 AD and is an architectural gem of the Mughal dynasty. A must-see is the Sheesh Mahal Lahore, which is also the gorgeous palace that Shah Jahan built for the Taj Mahal~ There is an additional PKR 100 entrance fee, and the Naulakha Pavilion is also here. Remember to check out the magnificent main gate, Alamgiri Gate, when you come out. . 📍Lahore Museum A very pleasant surprise! You can admire the Gandhara art treasures 🎫PKR 1,000 . 📍Anarkali Bazaar You can take a stroll here since it's near the museum. I found beautiful Pakistani clothes here! 👗 . 📍Shalimar Gardens If you have time, you can go. It was under maintenance and closed the day we went. . 📍India-Pakistan Flag Lowering Ceremony At Wagah Border, you must go early! Try to arrive before 4pm. It is now from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Enter one hour in advance. If you arrive late, you will not be allowed to enter. I didn't make it this time because of the traffic jam. Be prepared for the hot weather... . 🍴Restaurants 📍Haveli Restaurant It is on the street outside the mosque and is also a popular restaurant in Lahore. It is very hot during the day, so you can only dine indoors. The terrace is only open for photos. It is very suitable to sit on the terrace at night, where you can overlook the entire mosque. . 🏨Hotels 📍Hotel Nova Before coming, I was worried that I would be forcibly escorted or refused accommodation. This hotel confirmed in advance that I could stay and guaranteed freedom of entry and exit. The facilities and service are also very good! The only drawback is that it is a half-hour drive from the city center, but it is very convenient to call a car with inDrive, so it is completely acceptable. . 🚌Transportation Take the Faisal Movers bus from Faisal Movers in downtown Islamabad. It is a 5-hour direct trip to Lahore 📍Faisal Movers, Band Rd, Lahore I recommend the business class seat 🎫PKR 3,000! Water, food, and free Wi-Fi are provided 🆓 You can lie down the whole way and not be tired at all!