Good place to get good quality clothes. A large variety is available

The Sunehri Masjid is a relative latecomer to Lahores traditional cityscape, having been built in 1753 during the waning years of the Mughal empire by Nawab Bhikari Khan, the Deputy of Lahore during the tenure of Governor Mir Muin al-Mulk Mir Munoo. It stands on a small plot of land where one street diverges into two. When Nawab Bhikari Khan acquired the property, it was a vacant parcel of land at the chowk (square) of Kashmiri Bazaar. He was required to obtain a special fatwa from Muslim scholars to construct the mosque, as the local authorities has been concerned that the construction of a building in the square would interrupt the flow of traffic.The pre-eminent architectural historian Kamil Khan Mumtaz is highly critical of the design, writing:On close inspection the corruption of Mughal forms is revealed in every detail. The bulbous Mughal domes are now exaggerated into the form of grotesque vegetables capped with slender drooping leaves. The merlons have become naga hoods, and the column stalks growing out of cabbages that blossom into life-like lotuses.

Sunehri Masjid lies on the same street of Masjid Wazir Khan, the street is quiet eventful, you enter from Hstorical Delhi Gate in the old district of Lahore,Shahi Hamam,Masjid Wazir Khan and then Sunheri Mosque the street ends towards the Lahore fort,Sunheri masjid again was build in Mughal era in around 1750s

The Sunehri Masjid of LahoreNational heritage left to decayIn the hustle and bustle of the dazzling Kashmiri Bazaar one cannot ignore the majestic, glittering monument the Sunehri Masjid or the Golden Mosque standing on the masonry platform, about one storey above street level. It is a small mosque but a remarkably handsome building, and combines perfect symmetry of form.The mosque has three gilded domes (golden domes) which are the key features and main focus point. They also make it unique inside the Walled City of Lahore. Due to its gilded domes this mosque is named Sunehri or Golden Mosque. The inner prayer hall is decorated with pulsating fresco work and floral designs. On the north and south of the mosque, small white dome-lets are seen, which give a fine-looking border to the site. Four tall minarets add to the exquisiteness of this mosque.At present, the area near the mosque is the busiest inside the Walled City of Lahore. The Waan Market (known for handmade twisted twine furniture) is located outside the mosque. The bazaar is extremely colourful and gives one the typical feel of the vibrant Walled City. The mosque is also part of the Royal Trail that starts from Delhi Gate. Temporary stalls are also located outside the mosque. Dahi Bhalay and Laddo Pithi Walay (local foodstuff) of this area are considered among famous eateries.The mosque was built in 1749-53 AD by Nawab Mir Syed Bhakri Khan, the Naib Subedar of Lahore at the time when Mir Moin-ul-Mulk was the Subedar during the reign of the Emperor Mohammad Shah. Syed Bhakri was a simple Sufi and religious minded person interested in literature and fine arts. The mosque was built amid much controversy. The locals of the area resisted the construction of mosque in a central crossing place of Rang Mahal and Kashmiri Bazaar, thinking it would hinder the locals and traffic movement. According to various historic accounts, another controversy over the construction of the mosque was an already existing mosque nearby. The mosque was built after a “Fatwa” from Islamic scholars of the area, who declared that all land belongs to Allah and there is no harm if a mosque is constructed near another one.During the Sikh rule, the mosque was used for different activities. The floor was plastered with different filthy materials which were against the sanctity of the mosque. Later, the Sikh Holy Book was also placed inside the mosque and it was turned into their worship place. The Muslims at that time were offended and dejected over the misuse. The Mohammedans in Lahore during the same period requested the influential Muslim families the Faqirs, Aziz Uddin and Noor Uddin, to approach the Maharaja for restoring the mosque and handing it back to the Muslims. After many negotiations the mosque was handed over to the Muslims but the shops outside remained an issue. The Sikhs demanded that the call for prayers or “Azan” should not be made loudly. The Muslims, to save the sanctity of the mosque, agreed to it. When the British took over Punjab, they handed over the shops to the Muslims and restored the mosque again.It was restored by USAID in 2012 but unfortunately not much is maintained now. It is not as well kept as Wazir Khan Mosque. The mosque is not accessible to tourists as most of the time (other than prayers) it is locked. It is no doubt a heritage and must be kept open for tourists and the general public.

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A hidtoric misque of Lahore.

Sunehri Masjid (Golden Mosque) (built 1749)The Sunehri Masjid is a relative latecomer to Lahores traditional cityscape, having been built in 1753 during the waning years of the Mughal empire by Nawab Bhikari Khan, the Deputy of Lahore during the tenure of Governor Mir Muin al-Mulk Mir Munoo. It stands on a small plot of land where one street diverges into two. When Nawab Bhikari Khan acquired the property, it was a vacant parcel of land at the chowk (square) of Kashmiri Bazaar. He was required to obtain a special fatwa from Muslim scholars to construct the mosque, as the local authorities has been concerned that the construction of a building in the square would interrupt the flow of traffic.The pre-eminent architectural historian Kamil Khan Mumtaz is highly critical of the design, writing:On close inspection the corruption of Mughal forms is revealed in every detail. The bulbous Mughal domes are now exaggerated into the form of grotesque vegetables capped with slender drooping leaves. The merlons have become naga hoods, and the column stalks growing out of cabbages that blossom into life-like lotuses.

Small but beautiful mosque

The Sunheri Masjid is located in the centre of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. The architect of the mosque was Nawab Syed Bhikari Khan, son of Raushan-ud-Daula Turrabaz Khan, deputy governor of Lahore during the reign of Muhammad Shah.The Golden Mosque, which was built in 1753 and features three golden domes, is situated in the Kashmiri Bazaar. The mosque reflects influences of Sikh architecture and is elevated on a higher plinth, surrounded by old bazaars. It has a gateway, which measures 21.3 metres in length and a courtyard that measures 161.5 by 160.6 metres (530 ft × 527 ft). The marble domes cover seven prayer chambers. Four lofty minarets stand at the four corners of the mosque, each with an outer circumference of 20 metres (66 ft), soaring up to 54 metres (177 ft).

That Bazar have many shop which is deal in about fashion and also decorate your house

Fantastic architecture of 17th century. Beautiful place/ but this beautiful place need much attention of our Walled city authorities need to take steps to protect this place for our next generations.

Nice Bazar,you can find everything at cheaper rate

Walled city cloth market (Dabbi Bazar included) is one of the oldest fabric retail and wholesale. One can find all kinds of ladies, gentes stitched, semi-stitched, and fabric on base price. But one must have a guide alonge if going first time in Dabbi Bazar. Crooked narrow street are hard to remember. I recommend one visit as must to enliven the old heritage

This mosque is very fantastic as depicting the art of Mughal Emperors. The golden top caps with white color walls representing a fascinating color combination.

A historic masterpiece in Lahore

A small but old mosque situated at Kashmiri bazar a very famous bazar of Walled Lahore City . I personally visit it by walking and found a great experience. you should visit it. when you will visit the mosque. its situated near 1km from masjid wazir khan

Mosque is at the central location. 4 main bazaars opens from here Kashmiri Bazar, Bertan market

It’s a historical place, build in the Mughal era.

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They have a good collections

Sonehri Mosque, also known as Masjid Talai (Talai=sonehri or golden), is a late-Mughal structure built by Nawab Bhikari Khan, son of Raushauddawla Turrabbaz Khan, Governor of Lahore during the viceroyalty of Mir Moin-ul-Mulk or Mir Mannu (d. 1753), well known for his victorious battle with Ahmad Shah Durrani in Sirhind (1748).Bhikari Khan himself acted as confidante of Mir Mannus wife, who, on the death of her husband, acted as regent for her infant son. Known for his piety, Bhikari Khan constructed his mosque in Chowk Kashmiri Bazaar. According to epigraphical evidence provided on the facade of the prayer chamber, the mosque was built in 1749. The somewhat irregular plan of the mosque and necessity of providing two access staircases was due to the constrained site conditions. Although he was permitted to occupy an open space in the chowk (square) he could not persuade the religious authorities to allow incorporation of an existing small mosque into the new structure. Historian and Engineer Kanhaiya Lal credits Deputy Commissioner Lahore, Captain Nisbet in bringing Bhikari Khans concept to fruition one hundred years later, by demolishing the small mosque in question and incorporating the space within Sonehri Mosque compound.Built on a raised vaulted platform about 11 feet above the surrounding level, the structure covers a rectangular area measuring 102 feet by 45 feet. The basement is composed of deep, narrow cells. A flight of sixteen steps has been provided against a small entrance gate on the east. An open courtyard measuring 65 feet by 43 feet, with an ablution tank 25 feet by 27 feet, has been provided in front of the prayer chamber, measuring 40 feet by 16 feet. The northeast and southeast corners of the prayer chamber have minarets which rise 46 feet 9 inches, crowned with blind pavilions. The eastern facade of the prayer chamber, including the corner minarets, is lime-plastered, with panels of various sizes which originally had fresco decoration.The prayer chamber is a single-aisle 3-bay structure, surmounted by 3 distinctive copper domes carrying polished gilding, which due to its shine, is visible from a great distance. Its four minarets marking the four extremities are also capped by golden cupolas, and are a reconstruction since their collapse in the earthquake of 1905.The prayer chamber is divided into three compartments by four centered cusped arches carried on jambs nearly three feet thick. The central bay, nearly square and measuring around 15 feet, is bigger than those flanking it. In the centre of the western wall is the mihrab, balanced by similar niches in each of the two side bays. Pointed arched openings are provided in the eastern facade. The entire interim is decorated with frescos work. However, much of it was badly repainted later.The roof of the mosque carries double bulbous domes with a high neck at the springing level, on which there is a row of pseudo-acanthus leaves. The domes are crowned with pinnacles and gilded. The core of each dome is of masonry, over which a casing of wood has been applied. Copper plates have been fixed over the wooden casing. The central dome is the largest.The foresight of Bhikari Khan in elevating the mosque above shops—the rent from shops providing a source of revenue—ensured the upkeep of the mosque even during most of the Sikh rule. It was only when the Garanth Sahib (Sikh Holy Book) was placed in the adjacent baoli (stepped well) of Ranjit Singh, that complaints of disturbance from the azan (Muslim call for prayers) began to be voiced by the Sikh community. The orders of Ranjit Singh for dispossessing the imam (the custodian of the mosque) and placing the Garanth in the mosque were received with dismay by the Muslim populace. According to Kanhaiya Lal it was the efforts of Fakir Aziz-ud-Din and Noor-ud-Din in enlisting support of Gullu Mashki (the watercarrier in high favour with Mahrani Jindan), to influence Ranjit Singh that resulted in the reversal of the Sikh rulers decision. The undertaking given by the imam included reduced pit

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He architect of the mosque was Nawab Syed Bhikari Khan, son of Raushan-ud-Daula Turrabaz Khan, deputy governor of Lahore during the reign of Muhammad Shah.The Golden Mosque, which was built in 1753 and features three golden domes, is situated in the Kashmiri Bazaar. The mosque reflects influences of Sikh architecture and is elevated on a higher plinth, surrounded by old bazaars

Beautiful historical heritage of Pakistan, situated at junction of Kashmiri bazar and Rang Mahal.

Mughals era mosque, golden colour domes

Historical place in heart of rang mahal....one must visit on sundays because of given crowd of shoppers who come from whole punjab for economical retail and whole sale shopping experience

Nice

Nice clothes but very narrow place

Its a good historical masjid in walled city with golden domes. Almost a story high from the ground, it has shops around it. Situated in very busy market.

Tthe Wazir Khan Mosque and Badshahi Mosque which were built at the zenith of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century, the Sunehri Mosque was built in 1753 when the empire was in decline.The architect of the mosque was Nawab Bukhari Khan, deputy governor of Lahore during the reign of Muhammad Shah. Local shopkeeper had objected to the construction of a large mosque in a congested area, so Bukhari Khan acquired a fatwa from local religious leaders in order for construction to begin

Very peaceful nd beautiful ️

One of the historical place in walled city lahore near rang mehal. Must vist it

Nice masjid enjoy alot

This is a good famous place for a Muslim and out of country Muslim

A beautiful historical place with a secret park inside by the name of hazoori bagh..

Such a good architect occurred in the mid of kashmiri bazar

A historic place in the middle of historic rangh mehal bazar

Historical Place. What a beauty...!

Historical placeBeautiful ArchitectureHouse of Allah

Its very beautiful old mosque in Lahore

A unique architectural wonder. Needs restoration but still worth the visit. A channa chaat vendor who sells on the steps leading to the mosque is quite amazing.

Good to shop

Good prices

Wholesale market of everything around masjid. Very beautiful ND cleaner environment far wadu . Very chilled hall for peacely saying ur prayer

Very beautiful place and full of histories.

Nice Masjid Imam Give Peaceful Knowledge

Historic Golden mosque is the piece of an art

Very good

It was a Beautiful Experience to be there after a long time...

Old historical place located in Lahore walled city area just after wazir khan mosque

Its really a good place

Beautiful Masjid with good Muazan and Imam.

Great historical site. Wholesale market

Oldest masjid in lahore nice environment

A good place for pray .Old is Gold

The historical Religious Mosque in kashmiri Bazar (Gate) and Ramadhan is celebrated here with full zeal and zest. Sunehri Masjid is the embodiment of Muslim Mughal Architect, this is the place in the historical Walled City of Lahore Pakistan, It is governed by a society that carries responsibility of Archeological assets. An Entire department is taking care of the whole city and the monuments like this Masjid. You can have Garments, Shoes and jewellery here as well in the kashmiri Bazar.

It is a very beautiful masjid

My fav masjid for jummah prayer

One of the best historical place

Very nice old and historic mosque

My fav place for shopping

It,s most beautyfull masjid

Its place from heaven ️

A place for buying women products and kids and mens.clothing place for weddings and much more for restaurant items near about.

History of Lahore reflects from wall city buildings

Very beautiful place to visit n in a good condition

Love it. Its a historical mosque build in ancient times

Nice and best shopping place

Because sunehri masjid is a religious place

I love Islam

The Sunheri Masjid is located in the centre of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. The architect of the mosque was Nawab Syed Bhikari Khan, son of Raushan-ud-Daula Turrabaz Khan, deputy governor of Lahore during the reign of Muhammad Shah.The Golden Mosque, which was built in 1753 and features three golden domes, is situated in the Kashmiri Bazaar. The mosque reflects influences of Sikh architecture and is elevated on a higher plinth, surrounded by old bazaars. It has a gateway, which measures 21.3 metres in length and a courtyard that measures 161.5 by 160.6 metres (530 ft × 527 ft). The marble domes cover seven prayer chambers. Four lofty minarets stand at the four corners of the mosque, each with an outer circumference of 20 metres (66 ft), soaring up to 54 metres (177 ft).

Beautyfull mosque and historical place

Historical Masjid at corner of kashmiri bazar Rang Mahal, Lahore

An historic masjid said to be close to 200 years old but under the wrong management.

Good

Chand fabrics for fancy wear and bridal dresses

Its a monument

Its an historic mosque Love it

Beautiful masjid must visit here.

Historic place must visit

A magnificent place. You will wander to see this place how old architecture built it.

Should be restor but not mostly area has been occupied by local shopkeepers

Its good experience

A Beautiful Mosque.

A historical and spirtual place.

Good

Because everything is available

It is a very beautiful historical mosque

Great place for praying

HeritageWell preserved

Excellent

A beautiful religious place

Here food is 2 much delicious

Worlds most beautiful place

Very good place

Great historical mosque

A wonderful monument of mughals erra.

Historical and very nice view

Its good and beautiful

Its beautiful historical Masjid in Rang Mahal Market