010 Lahore: Secrets of the Old City
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Zara speaks to Shahroze Khan about the walled city of Lahore. Shahroze explains its history from its roots, steeped in Hindu mythology, to the heights of its splendour under the Mughals, followed by its period as capital of the Sikh Empire. He discusses the politicisation of history after Partition & the creation of Pakistan & talks about his favourite monuments in the Old City. We talk about whether enough is being done to preserve the Old City, & the controversy surrounding the recent Tourism Summit.
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