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Iqbal Park
Minar-e-Pakistan at night Taken on July 20 2005.jpg
Type Recreation and wildlife park
Location Lahore, Pakistan
Area 328.901 acres (133.102 ha)
Created c.1968

Iqbal Park, also known as Greater Iqbal Park, is a very large and famous park in Lahore, Pakistan. It is located just outside the historic Walled City. This park is well-known because it is home to the Minar-e-Pakistan, a tall tower that reminds people of an important event in Pakistan's history.

The park covers about 329 acres. It has a beautiful artificial lake that spreads over four acres. You can also see an 800-foot-long musical fountain here! Other fun things to do include riding a soft rail, visiting a library, using an open-air gym, and grabbing a bite at the food court. The tombs of two important people, Allama Iqbal and Hafeez Jalandhari, are also located inside the park.

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A Park with a Special Past

Iqbal Park was once called Minto Park when British India ruled the area. It was later renamed after Allama Sir Muhammad Iqbal, who is known as the National Poet of Pakistan. A very important meeting happened here between March 21 and 24, 1940. During this meeting, the All-India Muslim League passed the famous Lahore Resolution. This resolution was a big step towards creating an independent Pakistan in 1947. The Minar-e-Pakistan (Pakistan Tower/Minaret) was built in this park to remember this historic moment. Many people visit it every year.

Fun Things to Do and See

Greater Iqbal Park is a wonderful place for recreation and enjoying nature. You can take a walk around the large artificial lake or watch the impressive musical fountain show. The park offers many activities for visitors of all ages. There's a soft rail for rides, a library if you want to read, and an open-air gym to stay active. After exploring, you can relax and enjoy some food at the park's food court.

Important Monuments

The park is not just for fun; it also holds significant historical sites. The Minar-e-Pakistan is the most famous landmark, symbolizing the birth of Pakistan. Close by, you can visit the tomb of Allama Iqbal, Pakistan's national poet, who inspired the idea of a separate homeland for Muslims. The tomb of Hafeez Jalandhari, who wrote Pakistan's national anthem, is also located within the park's peaceful grounds.

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