In Pakistan, there's a saying in the city Lahore – Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya O Jamyai Nai – meaning one who hasn’t seen Lahore simply hasn’t lived. It expresses the pride Lahoris have for their city, which is also known as 'The Paris of the East'
A thread on the beauty of Lahore…
1/ Badshahi Mosque, Lahore
Built in 1673, this Mughal-era congregational mosque is located west of Lahore Fort along the outskirts of the Walled City of Lahore, and is widely considered to be one of Lahore's most iconic landmarks
2/ Badshahi Mosque Minaret
3/ Fort Road Food Street, Lahore
You haven’t eaten until you’ve been to Lahore. If the gastronomes of the Mughal Empire were used to over-the-top meals, Lahore’s modern-day residents are no less demanding.
4/ Sheesh Mahal, Lahore
The Sheesh Mahal is a palace located within the Shah Burj block in northern-western corner of Lahore Fort. It was constructed under the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631–32, with some additions later under Sikh Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
5/ Colourful Rickshaw on the old streets of Lahore, outside Wazir Khan Mosque
6/ A walk to Wazir Khan Mosque, Lahore
The construction began in 1634 C.E. & completed in 1641. Considered to be the most ornately decorated Mughal-era mosque it is renowned for its intricate faience tile work known as kashi-kari, as well as embellished frescoes
7/ Beautiful frescoes on the walls of Wazir Khan Mosque
8/ The botanical mastery of Wazir Khan mosque
Credit @Mobeen_Ansari
@Mobeen_Ansari 9/ Lahore Fort
Built in 1566, Lahore Fort is a citadel in the city. The fortress is located at the northern end of walled city Lahore, and spreads over an area greater than 20 hectares. It contains 21 notable monuments, some of which date to the era of Emperor Akbar
@Mobeen_Ansari 10/ A walk through Badshahi Mosque & Lahore Fort
One of six remaining historic gates of the Walled City of Lahore, Pakistan. Delhi Gate & the adjacent Shahi Hammam were restored in 2015 by the @aghakhancultural
12/ Shahi Hammam, Lahore
Built in 1635, it is located within the Walled City of Lahore. It consisted of hot, warm, cool plunges, sweat rooms & related facilities. It has 21 inter-connected rooms. An additional room is set at an angle facing Makkah & was used as a prayer room
13/ Colourful Truck
Lahore’s colourful, ornate trucks rumbling down roads & highways is a very common sight, & a dominant part of the country’s identity. Pakistani truck art is more than just cultural expression, it’s also a deeply rooted tradition
14/ Fakir Khana, Lahore
Private museum of the Fakir Family of Lahore. It is one of the largest private museums in South Asia. Considered a hidden treasure of art: paintings, sculptures, manuscripts, Chinese porcelain, Persian carpets and more @androon_lahore
@androon_lahore 15/ A spice stall in Lahore’s famous markets
@androon_lahore 16/ Pakistani Truck at night on the streets of Lahore
@androon_lahore 17/ The streets of Lahore
@androon_lahore 18/ Lahore Museum
Founded in 1865 at a smaller location and opened in 1894 at its current location on The Mall in Lahore during the British colonial period, Lahore Museum is Pakistan's largest museum, as well as one of its most visited ones
@androon_lahore 19/ Lahore is renowned for its textiles. A fabric stall in Lahore’s famous markets
A public library in located within the Bagh-e-Jinnah in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. The library was constructed in the mid 19th century during the British Raj comprises of Victorian era Lawrence and Montgomery Halls
@androon_lahore 23/ Gol Gappa in Lahore
Bursting with tons of flavors and textures, gol gappa is a popular street snack from the Indian subcontinent that locals love to munch on regardless of the time of the day. It’s much loved by Lahoris
@androon_lahore 24/ Beautiful Old Vibes at Delhi Gate Androon Lahore
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Designed to imitate the heavens, Islamic gardens are lush oases of scent, water and sacred geometry. They are a cool place of rest and a reminder of paradise.
Here are 20 beautiful Islamic gardens from across the world…
A thread…
1/ Gardens at Alcázar of Seville, Spain
These lesser known gardens are mesmerising in their own right. Built by the Moorish Muslim kings, today the Alcázar of Seville is considered to be one of the world’s most impressive examples of Mudéjar architecture.
2/ Nishat Bagh (Urdu: نشاط باغ) Jammu and Kashmir
Built in 1663, it is the second largest Mughal garden in the Kashmir Valley. ‘Nishat Bagh’ is Urdu, and means the "Garden of Joy," "Garden of Gladness" and "Garden of Delight.
As far back as 2500 B.C rice has been documented not only as a source of food, but a marker of tradition & heritage. From Nasi Goreng, to Maqluba & Biryani, the Muslim World is beautifully diverse & home to a variety of rice dishes
A thread on rice dishes across the Muslim World
1/ Nasi Goreng
Nasi Goreng, a beloved Indonesian fried rice, comes with a fried egg on top and bursts with flavor from sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) and shrimp paste. A highly sought-after dish in Southeast Asian cuisine.
2/ Bariis iskukaris, Somalia
A national dish of Somalia, made from basmati rice, often topped with raisins, peas, fried potatoes, onions, and peppers, and served with roasted lamb, beef, goat, camel, or chicken. Popular at weddings and a staple dish.
Zellij is a style of North African mosaic work, originating in the 10th century. It is crafted from hand-chiseled tiles fitted together to form incredible patterns and elaborate Islamic geometric motifs.
Kanafeh Kunafa Kanafe Kunefe. However you say it, this dessert of flaky dough & soft cheese topped with rosewater or orange blossom syrup & crushed pistachios is a Middle Eastern classic
No one knows precisely where kanafeh originated, but there are many theories
A thread…
1/ The ultimate origin of kanafeh is debated, with various legends attributing its creation to 15th-century Egypt or the Umayyad Empire during the 10th century. In contemporary times, Nablus, Palestine, holds the Guinness World Record for producing the largest kanafeh ever made
2/ Today, Kanafeh is enjoyed across the world. However, it is particularly popular in Arab territories, including the Levant, Egypt, and Palestine. Additionally, this delectable dessert can be discovered in Turkey, Greece, and the Balkans which boast diverse variations
In Pakistan colourful, ornate trucks rumbling down roads & highways is a very common sight, & a dominant part of the country’s identity. Pakistani truck art is more than just cultural expression, it’s also a deeply rooted tradition
A thread on Pakistani Truck art & its origins…
1/ Pakistani truck art has origins dating back to the 1920s, when Bedford trucks imported from England invaded the country’s streets. In the late 1940s, when trucks began long-haul journeys, each company designed ornate logos so that people would understand who owned the truck
2/ Over time these logos became increasingly ornate. They were badges of competition; the more flamboyant the design the better business became. In the 1950s Karachi became a hub of truck art—when Hajji Hussain, an artist known for his elaborate palace frescoes, settled in town
Sidi Bou Said is a charming town in northern Tunisia, named after a 13th-century Sufi saint. With its distinctive blue & white color scheme & breathtaking Mediterranean views, it is the prettiest spot in Tunisia, with a remarkably interesting heritage
A thread on Sidi Bou Said…
1/ Sidi Bou Said is characterised by the importance and richness of its cultural heritage. Its distinctive architecture is a mix of the Ottoman and the Andalusian, a result of the influx of Spanish Muslims in the 16th century
2/ Sidi Bou Said is named after Abu Said Ibn Khalef Ibn Yahia El-Beji, a Sufi who spent much of his life studying & teaching at the Zitouna Mosque in Tunis. After journeying through the Middle East on a pilgrimage to Mecca, he resided in a small village named Jebel El-Manar