Shalimar Gardens is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture built during the reign of Shah Jahan around 1641 AD over approximately 1.5 years. The gardens cover around 80 acres and feature beautiful trees, flowering shrubs, fountains, and intricate architecture, costing around 6 lakh rupees to construct.

1. SHALIMAR GARDENS
A presentation by
Ahmad Tariq Bhatti
Lahore

2. INTRODUCTION
Shalimar Gardens is undoubtedly a master-piece of Mughal
architecture. It was built during the reign of Shahjahan
around 1641 AD. The time spent for the construction of the
gardens is told approximately 1.5 years. Its beautiful trees,
graceful arches, flowering shrubs, magnificent pavilions and
fountains, intricate fretwork on the walls, delicate marble works
and impressive architecture have refreshing effect on its visitor.
The cost of construction of the gardens and adjacent buildings
was around 6 lakh rupees. The land area covered by the gardens is
around 80 acres.

37. Map of Shalimar Gardens

38. THANK YOU!
A presentation by
Ahmad Tariq Bhatti
Lahore