MINAR-E-PAKISTAN: AN EPITOME OF HONOUR

Pakistan Yaadgar (Minar-e-Pakistan) has immense historical importance, as it is the place wherein the 1940 All India Muslim League passed a resolution on 23rd March. This resolution was an official decision of making Pakistan an independent state for the Muslims. It is a public monument located in Lahore, Punjab. The basis of the monument was laid on 23rd march 1960 and was finalized on 21st October 1968. The design of the monument was planned by Pakistani architect, Nasreddin Murat Khan. This eye-pleasing monument stands 70m tall above the ground. Shaped like a flower the base is approximately 8m above the ground and consists of four platforms. Each one depicts the difficult phases, which the people went through in their struggle for independence. The fourth platform is embellished with white marbles indicating the achievement of the Pakistan Movement. Minar-e-Pakistan is surrounded by the scenic view of parks and flowers.

Accommodations near Minar-e-Pakistan are Lahore Country Club, Avari Hotel Lahore, Hotel Fort View, Avari Xpress Gulberg, Pearl Continental Hotel, Green Fort Hotel, and many more. For an idea Pearl Continental Lahore will cost you up to 79 US dollars, prices may vary.

There are many more breathtaking attractions near Minar-e-Pakistan which are a center of attraction for tourists such as Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Wazir Khan Mosque, and many others. Yadgar Pakistan is a beautiful place to pay a visit to with your family and friends especially if you are someone who gives importance to national treasures; it refreshes your soul and fills your heart with more love for Pakistan and its great leaders. It leaves a great impact on people how big achievements happen by taking small steps and not giving up.