iran Minar is set in peaceful evirons near Lahore in Sheikhupura, Pakistan. It was constructed by Emperor Jehangir as a monument to Mansraj, one of his pet deersThe structure consists of a large, almost-square water tank with an octagonal pavilion in its center, built during the reign of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan; a causeway with its own gateway connects the pavilion with the mainland and a 100-foot-high minar, or minaret.At the center of each side of the tank, a brick ramp slopes down to the water, providing access for royal animals and wild game. The minar itself was built by Emperor Jahangir in 1606 to honor the memory of a pet hunting antelope named Mansraj.Unique features of this particular complex are the antelope's grave and the distinctive water collection system. At each corner of...
Famous athletes
Aaqib JavedAaqib Javed was born in Sheikhupura. He is a Former Pakistani cricketer and coach. He was a right-handed medium-fast pace bowler with the ability to swing the ball both ways. He played 22 Tests and 163 One-day Internationals for Pakistan between 1988 and 1998.Mohammad AsifMohammad Asif was born in December 20, 1982 in Sheikhupura is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a left-handed batsman and a right-arm medium-fast bowler.He was born in Maacheekay s mall village near Ghang.Rana Naved-ul-HasanRana Naved-ul-Hasan was born in Sheikhupura. He is a cricketer who plays for the Pakistani Test and one-day international teams and for Sussex County Cricket Club in England.Awaid IrshadAwaid irshad was born in sheikupura.He has the honour of playing several counties including,Surrey and Essex and...
Waris Shah
Waris Shah was born in Jandiala Sher Khan, Punjab into a reputed Syed family who claimed descent from prophet Muhammad. His father's name was Gulshar Shah. Waris Shah acknowledged himself as a disciple of Pir Makhdum of Kasur. Waris Shah's parents are said to have died when he was young, and he probably received his education at the shrine of his preceptor. After completing his education in Kasur, he moved to Malka Hans, a village twelve kilometers north of Pakpattan. Here he resided in a small room, adjacent to a historic mosque, now called Mosque Waris Shah. His mausoleum is...
Sheikhupura Stadium
Sheikhupura Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Sheikhupura, Pakistan. It is currently used mostly for cricket matches. The stadium holds 15,000 spectators and hosted its first test match in 1996.Famous Cricketer Wasim Akram scored his best score at this venue.There is also a small hockey stadium, a public park, a gymnazium,electronic scoreboard, and stadium shopping centre in the neighbouring spots.Former deputy commissioner Sheikhupra Mr Shafqat Naghmi started this complex and with his all efforts it was recognized by govt.Stadium shopping centre around the stadium has been built since 1995,and a lot of big shops are doing good businesses in the area.it is second fortress stadium in punjab,and has been built by adaptation of Sydney cricket stadium Australia's map.in the evening people from...
Attraction for Tourists
Sheikhupura is a place which has its own relish for tourists. There are a number of historical places in the city which are always attractive for the people who want to visit city.Hiran MinarQila SheikhupuraCompany baghTomb of Hazart Waris ShahTomb of Hazrat Baba Haji Paak Dewan (Khanqah Dogran)Shrine of Shah JamalMuqadssa-e-MariamSacha SodhaTomb of Mian Sher Muhammad SharaqpuriNANKANA SAHIB(Gurdwara Birth Place of Guru Nanak Dev ji)There are also a number of other places of great interest for visito...
City's Economy
As a satellite town of Lahore, Sheikhupura has developed an industrial base. According to the Census of Manufacturing Industries of 1987-1988, the value-added generated in large-scale industries was higher in Sheikhupura than in Lahore. The GRP of the city for the year 1993 has been estimated as Rs. 6,260 million, that constitutes about 32% of the district's GRP. The industrial sector contributes with 68% to the GRP and 45% to the total employment. The total number of establishments in the city has been estimated to be between 11,500 and 12,000 for 19...
Population
With the modest figure of 22,300 in 1951, the population of Sheikhupura has increased more than tenfold to more than) 300,000 in half a century. In recent decades, the rate of growth has increased due to growing agricultural and industrial activities. The current population has been growing steadily and is projected to exceed to 700,000 by 2019.mohsan ab...
About City's sub units
Khanpur(Lhr Skp Rd),herdew(Skp Grw Rd),Sekham(Skp Mdk Rd)Sau Moria (Mdk Grw Rd),Farooq abad(Skp Sgd Rd),Bhikhi(Skp Fsl Rd)Kala shah Kaku(Lhr Mdk Rd), Ali Abad(Fsl Rd)and Bhaghodial(Nrw Mdk Rd)covering the district sheikhupu...
Sheikhupura or Shekhupura (Urdu: شيخوپورہ) is an industrial city in the province of Punjab slightly northwest to Lahore in Pakistan. It is known for its historical places, and is commonly known locally as Qila Shaikhupura, because of the fort in the city, constructed by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. Sheikhupura is the headquarters of Sheikhupura District. It is approximately 35 km from Lahore.
History
The history of Sheikhupura goes back to 100 BCE. Historical research has established the fact that Sangla or Sakala was the capital of Punjab once, and it was here that Alexander the Great of Macedonia(Sikandar e azam) fought one of his most serious...