The Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, Pakistan, is one of the largest and most iconic mosques in the world. Built in 1673 by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, it’s a masterpiece of red sandstone and marble, with towering minarets and a vast courtyard that can hold over 50,000 worshippers. Beyond its scale, the mosque is a symbol of Mughal grandeur blending intricate calligraphy, floral motifs, and sweeping arches that have stood for centuries as a testament to art, faith, and history. #Pakistan #Lahore | T

12K views · 177 reactions | The Badshahi Mosque in Lahore is an iconic landmark of Pakistan - and - one of the largest mosques in the world. Join DW's Lukas Stege and his Pakistani colleague Rabia Bugti on their visit.⁠ Stay tuned – this is part one of our new series: Rabia and Lukas discover exciting places in Pakistan and Germany.⁠ This reel is also available in Urdu. Check out our channel: DW اردو #badshahimosque #pakistan #dwtravel #comevisitus | DW Travel | Facebook