Maryam Zamani Mosque
مریم زمانی مسجد
The earliest dated Mughal mosque in Lahore, built by the mother of Emperor Jahangir, with fresco paintings still bright under the dome.
Maryam Zamani Mosque was built between 1611 and 1614 and funded by the mother of Emperor Jahangir. It is the oldest dated Mughal mosque in Lahore and served as the model for the later Wazir Khan Mosque. Its brick exterior is understated, but the prayer hall’s dome and arches are covered with floral and geometric frescoes, whose colors have been revived through restoration by the Walled City Authority. Located near Masti Gate, southeast of the Lahore Fort, the mosque is rarely crowded, so it makes a good stop after visiting the fort. Shoes must be removed and modest dress is required.
Opening hours
Open daytime; closed to visitors during services
Nearby sights
- Lahore Fort
- Walled City of Lahore
- Fort Road Food Street
- Tomb of Allama Iqbal
- Wazir Khan Mosque
- Samadhi of Ranjit Singh
- Badshahi Mosque
- Fakir Khana Museum