Lahore
listening to a sage in front of the Fort
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In Pakistan there is a strong tradition of Sufism, founded by mystics who came to the subcontinent from Central Asia, Afghanistan and Persia to preach the Islamic faith. They didn't only bring the religion in this region but also the different type of architecture which we can see in their shrines and Islamic schools (Madrassas). After the demise of those great teachers, great shrines where built for their tombs. Every year lots of followers come from the whole country to celebrate the "Urs" (death anniversary) of these saints. | |