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Mochi Gate
Walled City of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan
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Ha
Review №1

A historical place with some famous bazaars. Some of them include Plastic market (where you can get all kind of plastic bags of every variety and type), Dry fruit market near to Mochi Gate Police station, the famous Rafiq Sweet House is also located here and in last plastic toys variety and some lottery items also easily available along decoration items including color bomb, party popper and etc

Ah
Review №2

Mochi Gate is a historical gate built by the Mughals. It is at the site of one of the thirteen gates of the old walled city of Lahore.The Darwaza (Gate) used to exist next to the Laal Haveli,Imambargah Akbar Ali shah, a prominent landmark at the entrance point. In Urdu, Mochi means cobbler (Cavalry Saddles and shoes repair person) which indicates that the bazaar was a market for shoes and repair shops.

Fa
Review №3

Forever good market place to visit, almost everything available with cheapest rates. Usually known for Rafique Sweets

Mu
Review №4

The Mochi Gate locally known as Mochi Darwaza is located within the Walled City of Lahore in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Mochi Gate is a historical gate built by the Mughals. It is at the site of one of the thirteen gates of the old walled city of Lahore.The Darwaza (Gate) used to exist next to the Laal Haveli,Imambargah Akbar Ali shah, a prominent landmark at the entrance point. In Urdu, Mochi means cobbler (Cavalry Saddles and shoes repair person) which indicates that the bazaar was a market for shoes and repair shops. Mochi Gate is also known for ancient Mosque of Muhammad Saleh Kamboh, teacher of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.According to a legend it is named after Moti, a guard of the gate during the Mughal era, who guarded and looked after the gate all his life. The most likely origin of its name, however, seems to be from the word Morchi, which means trench soldier. The Governors Piada units were stationed here during the pre-Mughal dynasty rule. This is further borne by the fact that the different streets (Mohallas) which still bear their old names are the Mohalla Teer-garan (arrow craftsmen), Mohalla Kaman-garan (bow craftsmen). The bazaar around the Mochi gate is renowned for its shops of Dried fruit, kites and fireworks Further inside is the some are a masterpiece depicting the architecture of their times. Mubarak Haveli, Nisar Haveli and Laal Haveli are, but a few examples. A Kebab Shop (Saeein Kabab wala), a sweet mart (Fazal Sweets and Rafiq Sweets) and an Old Khoo (water well)(Lal Khoo) are some of the well known features of Mohalla Shia. In front of the Laal Haveli is the Mochi Baagh. This, until recently, was a lush green patch with shady trees, it is barren now due to its landscaping to become a speakers corner in the light of its history of it having numerous renowned political leaders addressing the crowds at this place. Now this garden (baagh) is used for wedding ceremonies by locals and for playing cricket by the local boys.Mochi Baagh/Garden is Pakistans most famous political rally spot. Mochi Baagh is located on the immediate right of Mochi Gate. Many renowned political leaders of Pakistan and the pre-independence era have delivered speeches here.Currently, Mochi Baagh has been spoiled by the right half of it being encroached upon by heavy duty truck drivers using it as a parking stand in violation of public area laws.In March 2007, the PHA (Parks and Horticultural Authority) announced that maintenance works would be carried out in Mochi Baagh. Works proposed include the construction of a 27x33 (feet) stage, maintenance of stairs around the park, setting up of fountains, jogging tracks, the installation of benches and lights and the planting of grass.

Mu
Review №5

Its a crowded historic place; one of the gates of Old Lahore unfortunately not mainted. Opposite to mochi gate, on walking distance is famous Shab bhar mosque. At main gate there are shops for dry fruits and famous Rafiq sweets. At 10 minutes walk through narrow street having toy shops, are famous Wazir Khan mosque and Khalifa Bakers.

Sa
Review №6

Whole sale market of kids toys etckhalifa bakers famous for badam khatai

Qa
Review №7

Its a great historical place for political movements specially in past.

Ma
Review №8

Beautifull place walled city lahoreMohallah shian e kashmirian

Mu
Review №9

For history, its good. For shopping, its good. but pretty narrow roads. difficult to move around

Sy
Review №10

This is very peaceful place at Baab ul Hawaij imam bargah

Ro
Review №11

Wonderful experience

Kh
Review №12

It was wonderful place in Lahore in Pakistan. Its amazing.

Us
Review №13

All birthday party and small toys items wholesale market.

sy
Review №14

Imam Barga Babul Hawaig inside the Mochi Gate

Sy
Review №15

Very Nice Place. Lal kho Is Best For Rafeeq Sweet. Muhala Shia Best For Azadari

su
Review №16

Walled city gate. If you want best khatai of lahore then come to khalifa bakers mochi gate. Want to go to relatives? Need something to give them to show your love towards them? Go to Rafiq sweets and get some for your loved ones...

Na
Review №17

A beautiful historical City beautiful building constructed by mughal empiresGovernment should take serious action for maintenance of these historical places

As
Review №18

Its good place to buy a new toys

AH
Review №19

Bought some Dry Fruits from there,Good quality , cheap price

Za
Review №20

I went there to see the actual gate... But when I went there,they told me that there is no physical gate here now... There is a park here but no gate found. I felt dissapinted though.. There is a market in this place though of Toys for kids.

Na
Review №21

Mochi gate is also very heavy traffic zone.I had khatai from there.its near gawal mandi.

ta
Review №22

Best place to buy sparkling stick

Ab
Review №23

Historical,mixed culture palace one will find good taste in terms of sweets and dine....relegious places imambargahs mainly sweet people.

Ma
Review №24

The Hub of all the whole sale market . Best deals and things available..

Mu
Review №25

You feel you are in the past if no machine near by in this area

Ga
Review №26

You can buy every thing about Machinery act, new and second hand machinery parts, heavy duty bearing, brackets,

Ab
Review №27

The Mochi Gate locally known as Mochi Darwaza (موچی دروازہ) is located within the Walled City of Lahore  in Punjab, Pakistan. Mochi Gate is a historical gate built by the Mughals. It is at the site of one of the thirteen gates of the old walled city of Lahore.The Darwaza (Gate) used to exist next to the Laal Haveli,Imambargah Akbar Ali shah, a prominent landmark at the entrance point. In Urdu, Mochi means cobbler (Cavalry Saddles and shoes repair person) which indicates that the bazaar was a market for shoes and repair shops. Mochi Gate is also known for ancient Mosque of Muhammad Salah, teacher of Mughal Emperor Aurangzabe.According to a legend it is named after Moti, a guard of the gate during the Mughal era, who guarded and looked after the gate all his life. The most likely origin of its name, however, seems to be from the word Morchi, which means trench soldier. The Governors Piada units were stationed here during the pre-Mughal dynasty rule. This is further borne by the fact that the different streets (Mohallas) which still bear their old names are the Mohalla Teer-garan (arrow craftsmen), Mohalla Kaman-garan (bow craftsmen). The bazaar around the Mochi gate is renowned for its shops of Dried Fruits, Kites and Fireworks  Further inside is the Mohalla Shia, where the traditional Shia (Islamic sect)of Lahore still gather annually, at Moharram (first lunar month of the Islamic calendar) to carry out the Majaalis (Shia religious gatherings) and Maatum (self chest beating)to commemorate the martydom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of the prophet Muhammad. A number of Imaam Bargahs in the form of Havelis are situated here. Apart from their religious significance, some are a masterpiece depicting the architecture of their times. Mubarak Haveli, Nisar Haveli and Laal Haveli are, but a few examples. A Kebab Shop (Saeein Kabab wala), a sweet mart (Fazal Sweets and Rafiq Sweets) and an Old Khoo (water well)(Lal Khoo) are some of the well known features of Mohalla Shia. In front of the Laal Haveli is the Mochi Baagh. This, until recently, was a lush green patch with shady trees, it is barren now due to its landscaping to become a speakers corner in the light of its history of it having numerous renowned political leaders addressing the crowds at this place. Now this garden (baagh) is used for wedding ceremonies by locals and for playing cricket by the local boys.

K.
Review №28

Nice bazar very crowd

Am
Review №29

Its always feel good when I visit our old city areas but now very congested rude people and narrow minded things coming out

Ha
Review №30

Calinic plus wandala road

Da
Review №31

The traffic needs to be managed. The place isnt that good that there is traffic jam every single day of the whole year there. The traffic police doesnt do anything to improve it. The drivers also know that and so they dont follow any rules. People just park their cars wherever they want and that leads to massive traffic jams.

Fa
Review №32

Mochi gate fmous one the 12 gates of old Lahore and the Toy Market u can buy the toys at cheap price

Ag
Review №33

Beautiful environment ️

Ar
Review №34

Famous and historical place...

Co
Review №35

Excellent place

Ar
Review №36

DRY FRUIT VARIETY IN DISCOUNT RATE, BUT VERY CROWDED AREA, DONT GO WITH FAMILY

Ri
Review №37

Its Whole Sale Market and one of the oldest place in Lahore

Re
Review №38

A huge rush,traffic, dry fruits market PS rangmahll is here

Wi
Review №39

The Mochi Gate locally known as Mochi Darwaza is located within the walked city of lahore.Mochi Gate is a historical gate built by the Mughals. It is at the site of one of the thirteen gates of the old walled city of Lahore.The Darwaza used to exist next to the Laal Haveli,Imambargah Akbar Ali shah, a prominent landmark at the entrance point. Mochi Gate is also known for ancient Mosque of Muhammad Saleh Kamboh, teacher of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.According to a legend it is named after Moti, a guard of the gate during the Mughal era, who guarded and looked after the gate all his life.This is further borne by the fact that the different streets (Mohallas) which still bear their old names are the Mohalla Teer-garan, Mohalla Kaman-garan.The bazaar around the Mochi gate is renowned for its shops of dried fruit, kites and fireworks Further inside is the Mohalla Shia, where the traditional Shia of lahore still gather annually, at Moharram to carry out the Majaalis and Maatum to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.A number of Imaam Bargahs in the form of Havelis are situated here. Apart from their religious significance, some are a masterpiece depicting the architecture of their times. Mubarak Haveli, Nisar Haveli and Laal Haveli are, but a few examples. A Kebab Shop, a sweet mart and an Old Khoo (Lal Khoo) are some of the well known features of Mohalla Shia. In front of the Laal Haveli is the Mochi Baagh.This, until recently, was a lush green patch with shady trees, it is barren now due to its landscaping to become a speakers corner in the light of its history of it having numerous renowned political leaders addressing the crowds at this place. Now this garden is used for wedding ceremonies by locals and for playing Cricket by the local boys

Mu
Review №40

I love this place

MU
Review №41

Very Old And impressive place of Walled City Lahore

Ab
Review №42

Its very halpful for me.

In
Review №43

A fun fusion of food and heritage

aa
Review №44

Good place for babies toys..and other whole sale shops like dry fruite etc.

Na
Review №45

Most historical place.

It
Review №46

Mochi gate is among thirteen gates which enabled entry into lahore

Sa
Review №47

I am using this app since last 2 years . Its very helpful while I am traveling

Ri
Review №48

Toys and sweet markeet

Na
Review №49

Bought sweets from Rafique bakers and crackers from there.

Ha
Review №50

Best place to find cheap toys... The whole street is filled with toys and accessories ranging from cheapest imports to high level toys and all in very reasonable prices.. most of the shops are importers themselves or manufacturers.

Lu
Review №51

We have enjoyed

Im
Review №52

Walled city life is adorable

WA
Review №53

The real walled city area as found in Mughal era some of the streets and house are perfectly in their original condition but some are modified and renovated with time but the speciality is narrow streets even two persons can walk through hardly...now the special places about eating is ...Saeen kabab House.Rafique Sweet house.And many more.

Za
Review №54

Great holy place

Sh
Review №55

Too much noise their?!!!

Sh
Review №56

Its historical area of lahore. Mochi gate

Sy
Review №57

Old Lahore with historic buildings

Al
Review №58

I love this place because I use to go there ti attend mharam jalos and majalis since my childhood

Al
Review №59

On of oldest gate

Fa
Review №60

Best place for toys shopping

As
Review №61

Old is gold... but gold also fades out its shine if not taken care of. Old Lahore is really a great place to visit but conditions are not that good on terms of maintenance, roads infrastructure, traffic control, congested environment and lawlessness in terms of street vendors and road side sellers .. more govt control is required to preserve true beauty of Lahore.

AS
Review №62

Amazing place , stunning experience in life

Mu
Review №63

Hustling n bustling

Mu
Review №64

Very good place for Wholesaler

Na
Review №65

One of the busiest gate of walled city Lahore, you can find number of eateries there and some famous points like Rafiq Sweets, Lal Khu, Khalifa Bakery, Saein Kabab House and mush more.

Su
Review №66

Mu
Review №67

Walled city area famous for its sweet and khalifa bakery

wa
Review №68

Wallcity entrance gate.

qa
Review №69

Very far and rush area no car parking and no cooperation of public and ladies cant walk in rush of males!

Qa
Review №70

Best place with best ole memories my beautiful lovely Lahore!! I will always love you

Ad
Review №71

Nice place to visit

Te
Review №72

Its my old home town.

JA
Review №73

Is there any gate? Or only name...

Su
Review №74

Very old and biggest new and used Bearings market in Lahore ... at out side Mochi gate ... This is Pakistan largest wholesale Bearings market at circular road Mochi gate. There are also other wholesale markets all-around Mochi gate such as Dry fruit market, Bearings market, Plastic bag market, Rubber seal market, wood furniture market etc. Its have a lots of colours and have a very old history.

Sa
Review №75

Market for all type of used bearings

ma
Review №76

Sooo much street food

CU
Review №77

Best aria for shopping..

Me
Review №78

This is a historic place of Lahore and here is a great market that called shah alam market great place to visit the gate was destroyed by english government now the place called mochi gate

Ah
Review №79

The Mochi Gate locally known as Mochi Darwaza (موچی دروازہ) is located within the Walled City of Lahore in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Mochi Gate is a historical gate built by the Mughals. It is at the site of one of the thirteen gates of the old walled city of Lahore.The Darwaza (Gate) used to exist next to the Laal Haveli,Imambargah Akbar Ali shah, a prominent landmark at the entrance point. In Urdu, Mochi means cobbler (Cavalry Saddles and shoes repair person) which indicates that the bazaar was a market for shoes and repair shops. Mochi Gate is also known for ancient Mosque of Muhammad Saleh Kamboh, teacher of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.According to a legend it is named after Moti, a guard of the gate during the Mughal era, who guarded and looked after the gate all his life. The most likely origin of its name, however, seems to be from the word Morchi, which means trench soldier. The Governors Piada units were stationed here during the pre-Mughal dynasty rule. This is further borne by the fact that the different streets (Mohallas) which still bear their old names are the Mohalla Teer-garan (arrow craftsmen), Mohalla Kaman-garan (bow craftsmen)

Zi
Review №80

Being its traditional construction..

Ma
Review №81

A historical place with rich history

Mu
Review №82

Must to visit for dryfruits

ta
Review №83

Old market fully congested

mu
Review №84

Nice place but people r bad most of sheikh

Sa
Review №85

Great place

AG
Review №86

Very nice Place. More to see old buildings and street, mohallahs. And so many different foods

Ir
Review №87

Nice place

su
Review №88

Beautiful surrounded with trees and historical place

Mu
Review №89

A historical siteone of those 12 gates surrounded old Lahore (Walled city)streets are lively, and densely populatedpeople are friendly and kindhearted just like others in surrounding areassometimes streets are as narrow as bottleneck and impossible for 2 persons coming from opposite sides to pass away simultaneously :-)best known for its pre-historic architecture and best food points i.e, Khalifa Bakers known for its Khatai sort of soft crispy biscuits made up of Semolina at economical rates and are best in subconinet.

AB
Review №90

Traffic jam.../

Sa
Review №91

Extremely crowded but why not, everything is in whole sale and cheaper price.

Mu
Review №92

Best buying market

Ta
Review №93

Old city nice place to visit

So
Review №94

Historical & foodi place good for those who want to eat delicious food & visit historical place in 1 go so this place is 2 in 1

Qu
Review №95

My friends lives here

Mu
Review №96

Historical place ...Now a days its a business place

Fl
Review №97

This place is nice for shopping any type of things you are looking for. This is located in Androon Lahore but the problem is very high traffic and pollution.

fa
Review №98

Best place to find cheap grocery items, home use products, toys for kids, sweets and much more

mu
Review №99

Now in mochi gate Bazar all taye of shoes accreas available

Ma
Review №100

One of the historical gate of old walled city, it was not well taken care of so you wont find the old gate there.However culture still got life, you can get good quality of dry fruits, good thabaa style eatibles with famous sweat and savoury shops.

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  • Address:Walled City of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan
  • Phone:+92 320 9090921
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Historical place
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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