COX & KINGS PAKISTAN.

Cox & Kings Pakistan invites you to visit this exotic land and meet the friendly people of Pakistan who display equally diverse cultures and languages.

Sheesh Mahal (Lahore Fort)

It was constructed under the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631-32. The ornate white marble pavilion is inlaid with pietra dura and complex mirror-work of the finest quality. The hall was reserved for personal use by the imperial family and close aides. It is among the 21 monuments that were built by successive Mughal emperors inside Lahore Fort,  Shah Jahan converted the fort into a pleasure resort and addedDiwan-i-khas,Moti Masjid,Naulakha Pavilion, sleeping chambers, and Sheesh Mahal in to the complex. Sheesh Mahal is located within the Shah Burj (King's Pavilion) block that was actually built by his predecessor jahangir. The chamber was exclusively used for private council meetings as part of the daily routine of the emperor, whereas the whole block was only accessible to the imperial princes, the vizer, and selected courtiers.The extension work of private quarters by Shah Jahan continued between 1628 and 1634.

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