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The politician Muhammad Ali Jinnah is officially referred to in Pakistan as "Quaid-e-Azam" which means "The Great Leader".

His mausoleum was built between 1960 and 1970 by the Pakistani architect Yahya C. Merchant.

The mausoleum is an iconic symbol of Karachi and is situated in the heart of the city. It is made of white marble with curved Moorish arches. The cool inner sanctum reflects the green of a four-tiered crystal chandelier given by the people of China. The location is usually calm and tranquil which is significant considering how busy Karachi is. The glowing tomb can be seen for miles at night.

Official and military ceremonies take place here on special occasions, especially on 23 March, 14 August, 11 September, 25 December, 8 July and 30 July.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20850 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19359 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19359 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10842
It is a beautiful example of colonial architecture and is built with stones favoured by the British in pre-partitioned India.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10842 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9476
The structure is built in Hindu-British style and is made of pink stone which gives it a unique style.

Tickets for adults cost Rs.10. Free entrance for children.

Timings for the museum are from 11 am to 7 pm.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9476 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2663
I recommend it because without a visit to this mosque your trip to Lahore shall remain incomplete.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2663 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2349 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2349 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1880
My experience, staying at a mid-price hotel, was that it was dirty, smelly, soulless, alcohol-free and with crap food unless you were invited to the home of a seriously rich family. I found it impossible to walk anywhere without attracting a crowd of gawping men (I was a modestly-dressed 40-something at the time). I saw virtually nothing of any cultural, architectural or historical interest AND I came back with galloping dysentry!

If I had to say something positive, it would be get out of the place and up into the Murree Hills where at least it's cooler.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1880 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1464 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1464 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1412 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1412 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1171 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1171 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3774 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3774 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3773
In particular, towards the end of the street, try Haji Sardar Fish Shop for some succulent fried, battered fish. So good, and so cheap!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3773 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2684 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2684 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1852 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1852 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1280 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1280 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1273 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1273