Taxi 1km | USD 0.38 |
Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 70.72 |
1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 50.56 |
One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 0.25 |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 174.62 |
Tomato (1kg) | USD 0.64 |
Coke bottle | USD 0.35 |
Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 16.51 |
Chicken breasts at the market | USD 3.16 |
Lettuce | USD 0.39 |
When you hear the name Pakistan, many people instantly associate it with wars and political unrest. For the locals, however, it is still a beautiful place they call home. Contrary to popular belief, there are still many places in Pakistan such as Sheikhupura which are great places to visit for both locals and foreign tourists alike. This city is known as one of the most famous districts in the area of Punjab and is conveniently located near the outskirts of Lahore. In addition to this, the city of Sheikhupura is home to many historical sites as well as agricultural and industrial places.
There are no direct cheap flights to Sheikhupura. Although there are no direct flights to Sheikhupura, travelers can land at the Lahore Airport and travel by taxi. Once travelers arrive at this city, they can immediately bask in the beautiful structures and rich cultures of the place. Although there are many ways of traveling within the city, travelers can save on travel expenses by travelling on foot. In this manner, not only is money saved, travelers can easily get an up close and personal look of the city.
One of the most important attractions to visit in the city of Sheikhupura is Hiran Minar, a hunting complex and beautiful structure. In 1606, this structure began to house a mausoleum and Minaret as well. Other places within the city’s reach visiting include the Shrine of Syed Ali Shah, the Shrine of Syed Pir Bahar Shah, the Shrine of Mian Sher Muhammad Sharagpuri, the Tomb of Shah Jamal, Company Bagh and the Sheikhupura Fort.
After a day or two of sightseeing, travelers can also find time to relax and enjoy their surroundings in beautiful parks such as the Ayesha Park, the Basket Ball Park, the Stadium, Park and the Company Park to name a few. Travelers can also relax and enjoy a great dining experience with the many restaurants found within the city. Some of these include C.F.C, AFC, Ambrosia Plate, Mehar Baba and Punjab Broast.
Hotels in Sheikhupura are pretty easy to find within the city. The Arif Hotel and the City Hotel, both located along the main GT Road, are some of the ideal places to stay while in the city. If travelers prefer to stay within the nearby Lahore however, there are many accommodations to choose from as well such as Avari Hotel Lahore and Pearl Continental Lahore. You can book cheap flights to Sheikhupura any time of the year through online travel sites.