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Lahore is the capital of the Pakistani province of Punjab and is the country's 2nd largest city after Karachi, as well as the 26th largest city in the world. Lahore is one of Pakistan's wealthiest cities with an estimated GDP (PPP) of $65.14 billion as of 2017. Lahore is the largest city and historic cultural centre of the wider Punjab region, and is one of Pakistan's most socially liberal, progressive, and cosmopolitan cities.
Allama Iqbal International Airport is the third largest civilian airport by traffic in Pakistan, serving Lahore, capital of Punjab and second-largest city of Pakistan. It also serves a large portion of the travellers from the other regions of Punjab province. Originally known as Lahore International Airport, it was renamed after the poet philosopher Muhammad Iqbal, one of the pioneers that led to the creation of Pakistan. The airport has three terminals: the Allama Iqbal terminal, the Hajj terminal and a cargo terminal. The airport is about 15 km from the centre of the city.
Lahore District is a district that is a part of the Majha region in the Punjab province of Pakistan, mainly consisting of the city of Lahore. The total area is 1,772 square kilometres (684 sq mi).
The Pakistan Awami Tehreek commonly known as PAT is a political party in Pakistan, founded by Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri, took part in general elections in 1990 and 2002.
The Tomb of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, or Mazaar-e-Iqbal is a mausoleum located within the Hazuri Bagh, in the Pakistani city of Lahore, capital of Punjab province.
The Battle of Lahore, also referred to as the Lahore Front, constitutes a series of battles fought in and around the Pakistani city of Lahore during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. The battle ended in a victory for India, as it was able to thrust through and hold key choke points in Pakistan while having gained around 360 to 500 square kilometres of territory. Indian forces halted their assault on Lahore once they had captured the village of Burki on its outskirts. The rationale for this was that a ceasefire−negotiated by the United States and the Soviet Union−was to be signed soon, and had India captured Lahore, It would have most likely been returned in the process of ceasefire negotiations.
Walton Airport is situated near Model Town, 10 km (6 mi) from the city centre of Lahore, in Punjab province of Pakistan. It caters to general aviation and is used by several flying clubs. Lahore's main airport is Allama Iqbal International Airport.
Bhikhiwind is a city and a nagar panchayat in Tarn Taran district in the Majha region of state of Punjab, India. Its subdivision (tehsil) under Tarn Taran district. The town is located along the India-Pakistan border in Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India, 250 km from Chandigarh.
Johar Town is a neighborhood and union council located in Iqbal Tehsil of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Johar Town is named after Mohammad Ali Jouhar, one of several prominent leaders of the Pakistan Movement.
Poonch is the capital of Poonch district, in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is located near the Line of Control – the de facto border with Pakistan's Azad Kashmir.
Muridke, is a city and headquarters of Muridke Tehsil of Sheikhupura District in Punjab, Pakistan. It is the 53rd largest city of Pakistan by population. Muridke is situated near the city of Lahore, at an elevation of 205 m (675 ft) and is situated on the Grand Trunk Road.
Sacred Heart Cathedral was consecrated by Bishop Fabian Eestermans, Bishop of Lahore on 19 November 1907. The cathedral was built at the behest of bishop Godefroid Pelckmans with Belgian aid and materials. Its roots lie in the historical presence of the Belgian Capuchins in Pakistan. The design of this Cathedral was made according to the Roman Byzantine style by a Belgian architect, Edouard Dobbeleers of Antwerp.
The December 2009 Lahore attacks were a series of two bomb blasts and a shooting which occurred in a crowded market in Lahore, Pakistan on 7 December 2009. At least 54 people were killed & about 150 others wounded.
The geography of Lahore comprises the various features relating to the land and climate of Lahore, Pakistan. Lying between 31°15′—31°45′ N and 74°01′—74°39′ E, Lahore is bounded on the north and west by the Sheikhupura District, on the east by Wagah, and on the south by Kasur District. The Ravi River flows on the northern side of Lahore. Lahore city covers a total land area of 1014 km² and is still growing.
Central Jail Lahore is a prominent jail situated in Lahore, Pakistan at Rakh Chandra. The jail is also known as Kot Lakhpat Jail with reference to its location. The jail houses more than four times the 4000 prisoner capacity it was built for. Some prisoners died in the prison in the past, including Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh
The Battle of Burki (Barki) was a battle fought by Indian infantry and Pakistani armour in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. Barki is a village that lies south-east of Lahore near the border with Punjab, India. and is connected with Lahore by the Bridge of Ichogil canal. During the fighting, the relative strengths of the two sides were fairly even and Indian infantry clashed with Pakistani forces that were entrenched in pillboxes, dug-outs and slit trenches that had been carved into the canal banks. The Pakistanis were supported with a large number of tanks, as well as fighter jets. The battle resulted in an Indian victory.
Central Park Medical College is a private medical school established in 2008 and located on Ferozepur Road, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. It is registered with PMDC, affiliated with UHS and approved by Ministry of Health. Bhatti International Teaching Hospital and Central Park Teaching Hospital are affiliated with the college as training hospitals. Central Park Medical College is also recognized by World Health Organization and Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research. Recently Central Park Medical college has launched DPT 5 years program affiliated with University of Health sciences Lahore (UHS)
PIA Planetarium is a planetarium in Lahore, Pakistan run by Pakistan International Airlines. It was established after the establishment of PIA Planetarium, Karachi. It contains a dome building and a retired Boeing 720-047B standing in a park.
Kotla Lakhpat is a neighbourhood and union council of Gulberg Tehsil in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. The neighbourhood is both a residential and industrial area. It is located at 31° 27' 57N 74° 20' 14E. Kot Lakhpat is bordered by the Defence to the east and Township to the west. Kot Lakhpat railway station, Lahore Race Club, Quaid-e-Azam Industrial Estate and Central Jail Lahore are situated in this neighbourhood.
Walton is a cantonment area outside Lahore, Pakistan. It is located near Model Town. It is the house of the Defence Housing Authority, Walton railway station, Pakistan Railways Academy, and the Walton Airport.
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