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Field guide · Heritage
Mochi Gate
Mochi Gate, one of the thirteen gates of Lahore's Walled City, whose old bow-makers' and arrow-makers' streets survive.
Mochi Gate lies on the south side of the Walled City of Lahore, between Akbari Gate and Shah Alam Gate. It was one of thirteen gates built under Akbar along a 30-foot wall. The gate itself was burnt in 1947 and no longer stands, but its streets keep their old names, such as Mohalla Teer-garan (arrow-makers) and Mohalla Kaman-garan (bow-makers).
Why go
- ✦One of the Walled City's thirteen gates
- ✦Old craft streets with their original names
- ✦Historic buildings inside
How to Reach
On the south side of Lahore's Walled City; explore on foot.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, October to March.
Getting there, On the south side of Lahore's Walled City; explore on foot.
Allow, One to two hours on foot.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Mochi Gate, within 5 km.
