Hiran Minar - Sheikhupura Pakistan

Hiran Minar is a tower of love that was built for a royal pet deer!

Just outside the city of Sheikhupura, there is a beautiful and peaceful place called Hiran Minar, which means “Deer Tower.” It was built by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir in the early 1600s.

The story behind it is special: Jahangir had a pet deer named Mansraj, whom he loved very much. When the deer died, Jahangir was so sad that he decided to build this tall tower in its memory. So, Hiran Minar is actually a memorial for a deer! 🦌

Hiran Minar is more than just a tower. It’s part of a large and beautiful Mughal complex, which includes a 72-foot-high tower built over the grave of the deer and a huge water tank (pond) around the tower. It has a pavilion in the center of the water, where the emperor used to rest, connecting with a long brick ramps, which were used to bring animals to the water.

The Mughal royal family used Hiran Minar as a place to relax and enjoy hunting. There is a large water tank around the tower, about 750 feet wide on each side. In the middle of the tank, there is a small building (called a pavilion) that was once connected to the land by a bridge. The whole site shows how much the Mughals loved animals and nature. Today, Hiran Minar is a peaceful and popular spot for picnics and tourists.

Hiran Minar is not just a historical monument — it’s a place that tells a story of love, nature, and Mughal elegance. Surrounded by trees, birds, and water, it’s a perfect spot to relax and feel the beauty of the past.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AYHqAkgBwCACQtPv7

View more photos of my visit in the following link.

Hiran Minar -Sheikhupura, Pakistan

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