Lahore

Pakistan

Lahore is a vibrant city rich in Mughal history and culture, offering stunning architecture, bustling bazaars, and a renowned food scene. It's known for its hospitality and a lively arts and literary atmosphere.

Quick Facts

Recommended Stay3 days
Budget$25/day
Mid-range$50/day
Luxury$150/day

Known For

Lahore DivisionPunjabIndiaAmritsarDelhiIslamabad

🇵🇰 Country Information: Pakistan

CapitalIslamabad
CurrencyPakistani rupee (₨)
Language Urdu , English, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, Balochi
Phone Code+92
Electricity230V (Type C, D, G, M)
Tap WaterNot recommended

Tipping

  • Tipping is common in restaurants (5
  • 10% or rounding up)
  • For porters and hotel staff, small tips are appreciated
  • Tipping taxi drivers is not mandatory but rounding up the fare is common

Money & Payments

  • ATMs are widely available in urban areas but less so in rural areas
  • Credit cards are accepted in major cities, but cash is preferred for smaller transactions and in rural areas
  • Bringing a mix of cash and cards is advisable
  • There is no official black market for cash, but informal money changers might offer slightly better rates in some areas

Cultural Norms

  • Dress modestly, especially for women, covering shoulders and knees
  • Remove shoes when entering mosques or private homes
  • Greet elders with respect
  • Avoid public displays of affection
  • When eating, use your right hand as the left hand is considered unclean

LGBTQ+ Information

Exercise caution. Laws regarding LGBTQ+ rights are not progressive, and homosexuality is illegal. Discrimination is prevalent.

Alcohol & Drug Laws

  • The legal drinking age for non
  • Muslims is 21, but alcohol is generally prohibited for Muslims
  • Drug laws are very strict, with severe penalties for possession, trafficking, and use of even small amounts of drugs

Special Laws

  • Respect local customs and traditions, especially when visiting religious sites
  • Dress modestly, particularly women
  • Public displays of affection are generally frowned upon
  • Photography of sensitive areas (e
  • g
  • , military installations) is prohibited

Common Phrases

NoJee nahin (jee nah-heen) جی نہیں
YesJee haan (jee hahn) جی ہاں
HelloAssalam-o-Alaikum (uh-sahl-ahm-oh-ah-lie-koom) السلام و علیکم
PleaseMeherbani (meh-her-bah-nee) مہربانی
Thank youShukriya (shuk-ree-yah) شکریہ

Climate

Climate Zone: Semi Arid Steppe Hot

Best Time to Visit

Getting There

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Health & Vaccinations

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Local Cuisine

Halwa Puri breakfast

A traditional Pakistani breakfast consisting of deep-fried bread (puri) served with sweet semolina pudding (halwa) and a savory chickpea curry (chana

Nihari regional_speciality

An aromatic meat stew, often made with beef or mutton, slow-cooked with spices until tender. Originating in the old city of Lahore, it is typically se

Lahori Tawa Chicken Piece street_food

A popular street food dish where chicken pieces are marinated in rich spices and cooked on a large, flat iron griddle (tawa) with tomatoes, ginger, an

Paya (Trotters) regional_speciality

A traditional Pakistani dish made from cow or goat trotters, slow-cooked to create a rich, gelatinous, and flavorful curry. It is a favorite dish amon

Lassi non_alcoholic_beverage

A traditional, thick, yogurt-based drink, often enjoyed for breakfast in Lahore. While both sweet and savory versions exist, the sweet lassi, sometime

Fun Facts

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