Shah Alami

Shahalmi (or Shah Almi) is one of the largest markets in Lahore, Pakistan.

The "Shah-Almi Gate" is named after Mughal emperor Shah Alam I, son of Aurangzeb. Prior to his death, the gate was called the "Bherwala Gate". During the 1947 partition riots, the gate was burned. Today only the name survives. One of Lahore's biggest commercial markets, "Shah Almi Market" or Shahalmi as locals call it, exists near the site of the gate. This is one of the 12 Doors of Lahore. Its location can be traced at the sidelines of Shah Almi Market, Lahore.

Partition
Before partition Shahalmi was mostly a Hindu populated area with businesses owned by Hindus. During the 1947 partition riots Shahalmi market was entirely burnt. Most of the Hindus fled to India because of this.

Location
Shahalmi market is near Mayo Chowk, Lahore. Mayo Chowk is next to Mayo Hospital gate. After arriving at Mayo Chowk a one-way traffic road leads toward the entrance of Shahalmi Market. The place is very populated and has a small road.

References

Category:Buildings and structures in Lahore
Category:Retail markets in Pakistan