Wazir Khan Mosque

Mughal workshops under Ilm-ud-din Ansari · Lahore, Pakistan · 1641

Wazir Khan Mosque brings richly decorated surfaces into a tightly connected part of historic Lahore. Its gateway leads to a courtyard and prayer hall framed by minarets, glazed tilework and painted detail. The building makes the transition from commercial streets to religious space a particularly important part of its architectural sequence. Visiting: A religious site. Basic access is normally free, with local worship, dress and photography restrictions; additional visitor attractions can be charged.

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