About Naulakha Pavilion
The Naulakha Pavilion is a small but exquisite marble structure in Lahore Fort‘s Shah Burj, distinguished by its curved ‘Bengal’ roof and lavish pietra dura inlay set with semi-precious stones. Its name derives from a construction cost said to be nine lakh rupees.
Overlooking the city, it stands beside the Sheesh Mahal as one of the Fort’s finest works of Mughal craftsmanship.
Highlights
- Curved roof, The distinctive Bengali-style curved marble roof.
- Pietra dura, Fine inlay of cornelian, lapis and other stones.
- The name, ‘Nau lakha’, nine hundred thousand rupees.
- Views, Positioned to overlook the river plain and city.
Nearby & related sites
Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors)
Shah Jahan's shimmering mirror-work pavilion, the crown jewel of Lahore Fort.
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Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila)
The UNESCO citadel of the Mughal emperors, palaces, halls and the Sheesh Mahal.
Read guide →2–3 hoursLahore Fort Tour
A focused, expert-guided visit to the Mughal citadel and its Palace of Mirrors.
From $40 pp