Lahore is referred to as the cultural heart of Pakistan as it hosts most of the arts, cuisine, festivals, music, film-making, gardening and intelligentsia of the country. Lahore has always been a centre for publications, where 80 percent of Pakistan's books are published and remains the foremost centre of literary, educational and cultural activity in Pakistan. It is also an important religious ce
ntre as it is home to hundreds of temples, mosques, and shrines like Data Durbar Complex. Nickname(s): The Pearl of the Punjab, The Heart of Pakistan, Cultural, Architectural and Academic Capital of Pakistan, City of Lively Hearts, Data Ki Nagri, City of Festivals,Architectural City,City of Gardens, City of colleges. Area
Total: 1,772 km2 (684 sq mi)
Population (2014)
Total: 9,700,000 Lahore Urban agglomeration
Elevation: 217 m (712 ft)
City Council: Lahore
Towns: 10
Demonym: Lahori
Time zone: PKT (UTC+5)
Postal code: 54000
Dialing code: 042
Coordinates: 31°32′59″N 74°20′37″E
