The historic Lahore Fort and Shalimar Gardens have opened for night tourism. Visitors can now explore these famous sites after dark from 7 PM to 11 PM.
The Walled City of Lahore Authority has also announced ticket prices for night visits to Lahore Fort. The new facility will allow local residents and foreign tourists to enjoy the city’s historic landmarks in the evening.
What are the ticket prices for night tourism?
The ticket price for Pakistani adults has been set at Rs1,000. Children aged 3 to 10 years will pay Rs500 per ticket. Foreign tourists will be charged Rs2,000.
The new timings will give visitors more time to explore Lahore’s heritage sites after sunset.
|
Visitor category |
Ticket price |
|---|---|
|
Pakistani adults |
Rs 1,000 |
|
Children aged 3 to 10 years |
Rs 500 |
|
Foreign tourists |
Rs 2,000 |
Which places can visitors explore at Lahore Fort?
Under the night tourism initiative, visitors will be able to see several historic attractions inside Lahore Fort.
These include Hazuri Bagh, Sheesh Mahal, the Picture Wall, Barood Khana and the selfie point. The Diwan-e-Khas, Diwan-e-Aam and Royal Kitchen will also be open to visitors.
The initiative aims to make Lahore’s historic sites more accessible to people who want to learn about the city’s history and culture.
The extended visiting hours will also give local residents and foreign tourists a chance to experience Lahore’s heritage in a different setting.
CM Punjab on tourism
Previously, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif said the province had great tourism potential. She added that her government was using available resources to promote tourism.
In her message on World Tourism Day, Maryam Nawaz praised people working to promote tourism. She said travelling allows people to explore new places and enjoy the beauty of the world.
She said Pakistan has many tourist attractions. Punjab also has a rich history, culture and natural beauty that can attract visitors from across the world.
Maryam Nawaz welcomed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s decision to name Lahore the tourism and cultural capital for this year. She said Punjab’s scenic areas could compete with tourist destinations in developed countries.
