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The gates of Lahore’s Walled City

"Delhi Gate" is an ambiguous search term. This page separates the Lahore gate from the Delhi landmark and sets both within the wider family of Walled City gates, without claiming all of them survive in the same condition.

A comparison at a glance

  • Delhi Gate, Lahore — the eastern entrance of the Walled City, tied to the historic road towards Delhi; a working passage beside Akbari Mandi.
  • Roshnai Gate — another named historic gate, associated with the fort side of the old city.
  • Other named gates appear in official Walled City gate listings, each with its own orientation and state of survival.
  • Delhi Gate, Delhi (India) — a different landmark in a different city and country; not the subject of this guide.

Why the distinction matters

Confusing the two Delhi Gates leads visitors to the wrong address, wrong city and wrong travel advice. The Lahore gate is inside a Pakistani old city beside a wholesale market; every practical detail on this site — coordinates, map link, nearby monuments — refers to that one.

How to verify the gate list

Use the Walled City of Lahore Authority gates material for names and locations, then check current local information for each gate’s present condition and surroundings. Do not assume one opening time, ticket or management arrangement covers them all.

Sources and verification

Compiled 9 November 2026 from the sources listed on this page. Opening hours, fees, parking and transport details are not operator-confirmed — verify them on the day of your visit.

The map pin marks the gate, not the entrance arrangements, parking or the opening status of any nearby building.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Delhi Gate in Lahore the same as Delhi Gate in Delhi?

No. They are different landmarks in different countries. This guide covers the Lahore, Pakistan gate only.

How many historic gates did the Walled City have?

Official listings name several gates. This guide does not publish a count or survival status that has not been checked against current information.

Are all the gates open to visitors?

No shared arrangement should be assumed. Survival and accessibility differ by gate; check the official listing and local conditions.